In response to the infiltration of highly trained Pakistani terrorists in the Jammu region, the Indian Army is readjusting its deployments. Intelligence inputs and security requirements have necessitated this move.
Special Forces on the Ground
The Indian Army has deployed approximately 500 Para Special Forces commandos to hunt down 50-55 terrorists from Pakistan. These terrorists have entered the region to revive terrorism, according to defence sources. Intelligence agencies have also strengthened their operations in the area. They are targeting the terrorist support infrastructure, including overground workers who assist the terrorists.
Additional Troops Deployed
The Army has brought in additional troops, including a brigade with a strength of around 3,500-4,000 personnel. This move aims to counter Pakistan’s proxy aggression in the region. Strategies are being developed to search and destroy the terrorists, who are equipped with the latest weaponry and communication gear.
Existing Counter-Terrorism Infrastructure
The Army already has a counter-terrorism infrastructure in place in the region. This includes two Rashtriya Rifles forces, the Romeo and Delta forces, along with other regular infantry divisions.
Army Chief’s Visit to Jammu
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi is scheduled to visit the Jammu region on Saturday, July 20. He will review the preparedness of ground security forces in the union territory. The Army chief will hold a high-level security meeting with top officials in the region, following a recent spike in terror attacks.
Security Briefing and Coordination
During the security meeting, General Dwivedi will be briefed by formation commanders on the security measures being implemented. Top officials from the paramilitary forces, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and Indian Army will also attend the meeting.
Recent Security Incidents
This visit marks General Dwivedi’s second visit to Jammu and Kashmir this month. On July 3, he visited the Poonch-Rajouri sector to review the security situation along the Line of Control (LoC). His visit follows a tragic encounter on July 16, where four Indian Army soldiers, including Captain Brijesh Thapa, were killed in Doda district during an operation against terrorists.
(With inputs from agencies)
