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Massive Search Op in J&K After Pakistani Drone Crosses Border

Security forces launched a massive search operation in forward villages of Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district after a Pakistani drone was observed crossing the International Border. The drone movement was detected over several villages in the Ramgarh sector late Friday night. Authorities initiated the search at first light to check for any air-dropped weapons or narcotics, a common tactic used to sustain terrorism in the region. The Indian Army and BSF have installed anti-drone equipment along the border, which has reduced such incidents.

Key Points: Pak Drone Enters J&K, Massive Search Op Launched in Samba

  • Drone crossed International Border
  • Search in forward villages of Samba
  • Aim to find air-dropped weapons or narcotics
  • Anti-drone equipment installed on border
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Massive search operation in J&K's Samba district after Pakistani drone enters Indian territory

Security forces launch massive search in J&K's Samba after a Pakistani drone crosses the International Border. Operation targets potential arms, narcotics drops.

"The area was kept under strict surveillance and a massive search operation was launched at first light - Officials"

Jammu, March 14

A massive search operation was launched on Saturday in forward areas of Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district soon after a Pakistani drone crossed the International Border to enter into the Indian side.

Officials said, "A massive search operation was launched by security forces today in several forward villages of Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district after a Pakistani drone crossed the International Border and entered the Indian territory.

"The enemy drone movement was noticed for a few minutes over the villages of Kandral, Abtal and Bahadurpur in Ramgarh sector late on Friday night."

"The area was kept under strict surveillance and a massive search operation was launched at first light of the day to ensure that there was no air-dropping of weapons or narcotics from across the border", officials added.

Jammu and Kashmir has a 740-km-long Line of Control (LoC) and a 240-km-long International Border with India. The LoC is manned by the Indian Army and is situated in Kupwara, Bandipora and Baramulla districts of the Valley and in Poonch, Rajouri and partly in Jammu district of Jammu division.

The International Border is manned by the Border Security Force (BSF) and is situated in Samba, Kathua and Jammu districts of Jammu division.

The Army and the BSF are deployed to prevent infiltration, exfiltration, drug smuggling and drone activity initiated from the Pakistan side of the border.

Drones are used by the terrorist outfits with the assistance of Pakistan's ISI to drop arms, ammunition, drugs and cash to sustain terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

The payloads of these drones are picked up by the over ground workers (OGWs) of the terrorist outfits and then passed on to the militants.

The Indian Army and the BSF have installed special anti-drone equipment along the LoC and the International Border. After the installation of this hi-tech anti-drone equipment, the instances of drone crossings have come down in Jammu and Kashmir.

- IANS

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Sarah B
It's concerning how frequently this seems to happen. The article mentions anti-drone tech has reduced incidents, which is good, but clearly more needs to be done. The safety of the people in those border villages must be the top priority.
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Vikram M
This is a clear act of provocation. Pakistan never misses a chance. Thank God for our brave jawans who are guarding the borders day and night. 🇮🇳 Jai Hind!
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Priya S
The real victims are the common people living in these forward villages. Their lives are disrupted by these search ops and they live under constant threat. Hope the government is also looking after their welfare and providing necessary support.
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Rohit P
With all due respect to our forces, who do an incredible job, I have to ask: are our anti-drone systems effective enough? If drones are still crossing, maybe we need to invest in even more advanced technology. Just a thought.
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Karthik V
The nexus of drones, drugs, and terrorism is deadly. It's not just about weapons; pumping in narcotics is a way to fund terror and ruin our youth. Strong action needed on all fronts.
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Michael C
The detailed breakdown of the LoC and IB was helpful. It's a massive border to secure. The men and women

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