BSF neutralizes 7 terorists in Samba sector of Jammu

New Delhi, May 10
At least seven terrorists were killed by the Border Security Force (BSF) troops in Samba sector of Jammu on May 8-9. The troops also damaged a Pakistani post in firing.
BSF stated that on the intervening night of May 8-9, an infiltration attempt was made by a group of terrorists, which was detected by the surveillance grid. The personnel spotted some suspicious movement. This infiltration bid was supported by fire from the Pakistan Rangers post Dhandhar.
The alert troops of the BSF immediately neutralised the infiltration bid and killed at least seven terrorists. They also caused extensive damage to the Pak post Dhandhar, including destruction of a bunker.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has asked the heads of paramilitary forces to be on high alert in the states bordering Pakistan and Nepal.
All the senior officials of the paramilitary forces were asked to strengthen border outposts to cover prominent routes and stop infiltration. The director generals of paramilitary forces have already called back personnel on leave and instructed all personnel to ensure necessary precautions and appropriate arrangements to handle any potential contingency.