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Indian Army Forces Pakistani Drones Back at LoC After Extensive Firing in Rajouri

A few drones, suspected to be from Pakistan, were sighted along the Line of Control in the Naushera-Rajouri sector late Sunday. The Indian Army promptly undertook counter-unmanned aerial systems measures, forcing the drones to return after extensive firing was reported in the Jangarh and Kalal areas. This incident follows a joint search operation on Saturday where an arms consignment, including Chinese-made pistols and a grenade, was recovered in the Samba district. A local witness praised the Army's alertness and retaliation.

Key Points: Pak Drones Sighted at LoC, Indian Army Forces Return in Rajouri

  • Suspected Pak drones sighted along LoC
  • Indian Army undertakes counter-drone measures
  • Extensive firing reported in Jangarh, Kalal
  • Follows arms recovery in Samba district
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Few suspected Pakistan drones sighted along LoC in Rajouri: Defence Sources

Suspected Pakistani drones sighted along LoC in Rajouri-Naushera. Indian Army undertakes counter-drone measures after extensive firing in border areas.

"Our Indian Army forces retaliated against it... There was extensive firing in the areas of Jangarh and Kalal. - Local Witness"

Rajouri, January 12

A few drones, suspected to be from Pakistan, were sighted along the Line of Control in the Naushera-Rajouri sector of Jammu and Kashmir in the late hours of Sunday, Defence Sources said.

A local who witnessed the retaliation of the Indian army against the suspected Pakistani drones told ANI that there was "extensive firing in the areas of Jangarh and Kalal" and the incident, according to him, happened at around "7:28 pm" on Sunday. He also thanked the Indian Army for its prompt action.

Speaking to ANI, he said, "At around 7:28 pm yesterday, there was a movement of drones at the border. Our Indian Army forces retaliated against it. The drones crossed from here. There was extensive firing in the areas of Jangarh and Kalal. Our armed forces were absolutely alert. We thank our army that because of them, we are sitting here peacefully."

The development prompted the Indian Army to undertake counter-unmanned aerial systems measures.

"A few Pakistan Army drones were sighted along the line of control in the Naushera-Rajouri sector of Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army troops undertook counter-unmanned aerial systems measures, forcing them to return," Defence Sources said.

Earlier on Saturday, Border Security Force (BSF) and Jammu and Kashmir Police launched a joint search operation after an arms and ammunition consignment was recovered from the border village of Paloora in Samba district.

The consignment included a made-in-China 9mm pistol with two magazines, a Glock 9mm pistol with one magazine and one Chinese hand grenade with marking SPL HGR 84.

According to police, a total of sixteen 9mm live rounds were also recovered from the packet.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The recovery of Chinese-made weapons is the most alarming part of this report. It points to a larger, more coordinated threat. We need to address the source, not just the symptoms.
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Vikram M
This happens too often. While I have full faith in our army, I wish our media and government would talk more about finding a permanent diplomatic solution for peace. Constant vigilance is exhausting for everyone living near the border.
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Priya S
Salute to the BSF and J&K Police for the successful joint operation! Finding that consignment in Samba likely stopped something terrible. We sleep safely because they are awake.
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Rohit P
Chinese pistols, Glocks... this is serious hardware meant for disruption. Our tech to counter drones is improving, but we need to invest even more. Jai Hind!
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Nikhil C
The people of Rajouri and Samba have to live with this tension every day. My heart goes out to them. Hope the government is also focusing on development and job creation in these border areas to win the trust of locals.

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