Security forces on Friday recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition from a hideout near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, foiling what police described as a potential terror plot.
Acting on specific intelligence, troops launched a search operation in the Neeriyan Forest area of Handwara in north Kashmir. A police official said the operation led to the discovery of a concealed hideout stocked with weapons.
The recovered items include two M-series (M4) assault rifles with four magazines, two Chinese pistols with three magazines, two hand grenades and multiple live rounds, the official added.A case has been registered and further investigation is underway, he added.
Police said the recovery of the weapons haul has “foiled a potential terror plot,” underscoring continued efforts to prevent infiltration and movement of arms along the LoC.
Meanwhile, Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Friday visited troops in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch to review operational readiness and assess the prevailing security situation in the hinterland.The Army commander appreciated the steadfast dedication and high state of preparedness of the troops operating under challenging conditions.
"Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, Army Commander Northern Command, visited Shahsitar, Poonch, to review operational readiness and assess the prevailing security situation in the hinterland," the Northern Command said on X.He was briefed on the ongoing counter-terrorism operations and measures to strengthen the security grid, it said.
The Army Commander appreciated the dedication, preparedness and professional excellence of the troops operating under challenging conditions, it added.The visit comes close on the heels of Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat and Inspector General of Police Bhim Sen Tuti's scheduled visit to Poonch next week to review the security situation and operational preparedness of the security setup.
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