Poonch: Four Pakistani terrorists were reportedly killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast during an alleged infiltration attempt near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Krishna Ghati sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district.
The explosion reportedly occurred in a forward village area along the LoC, prompting a security response in the border region. The circumstances surrounding the blast and the alleged infiltration attempt are being assessed, while security forces remain on alert.
Blast reported in Krishna Ghati sector
The incident was reported from the Krishna Ghati sector, a sensitive stretch of the LoC in Poonch district. According to the preliminary information available, the four individuals were Pakistani terrorists who were attempting to infiltrate across the border when the IED exploded.
However, official confirmation of the identities of those killed, the precise location of the explosion and the sequence of events was awaited at the time of reporting.
Security forces remain on alert
The reported incident has drawn attention to security along the LoC, where forces maintain surveillance to prevent infiltration attempts. Security personnel are responding to the situation, and further information is expected as authorities establish the details.
The available information does not specify whether the explosive device had been planted in advance or was triggered under other circumstances. Details about any recovery of weapons or equipment, or any additional security measures taken following the blast, were also not immediately available.
Further details awaited
Authorities are expected to clarify the circumstances of the incident, including the identities of the deceased and the nature of the alleged infiltration attempt. Until an official statement provides further details, the reported death toll and other aspects of the incident should be treated as preliminary.
The situation remains under close watch, with security forces maintaining vigilance along the border in Poonch district.