Over 150 Pakistan-Based Terrorists Trying To Infiltrate Before Winters, Says BSF

New Delhi: The BSF claimed on Friday that around 150 Pakistan -based terrorists are trying to infiltrate Indian territory before winter at the launchpads near the Line of Control (LoC). These shocking claims were made by a senior Border Security Force (BSF) official at an event, saying that the security forces would foil any bid to infiltrate the Kashmir valley and the Indian territory. The official stated that there is intelligence input that the Pakistan-based terror group commanders from the Pakistani side are continuously trying to push terrorists to the Indian side through launchpads.

"Attempts of infiltration continue to take place. Based on the intelligence inputs from various agencies, we coordinate with the army to establish a domination plan along the border. We also keep in mind the number of terrorists at the launching pads, which helps us shape our strategy and domination plan to ensure we foil any plans," the BSF official stated.

Security Forces Would Ensure Any Infiltration Attempt Is Thwarted: BSF

"The number of terrorists at the launching pads usually varies between 130 and 150, at times it may be slightly higher," the BSF official asserted, adding that the security forces would ensure any infiltration attempt is thwarted.

On the challenges after conducting peaceful assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, he further said that the security forces coordinated closely with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the administration to ensure fair and peaceful polls.

"There were numerous threat inputs, but we prevented any attack with our well-coordinated domination plan, and the elections were successful. Now, with winter approaching, preparations are in place. Before winter sets in, terrorists often attempt infiltration, and we are dominating the area accordingly," he said. 

The BSF officer said the forces strive to ensure that soldiers are trained not only in traditional aspects of border management such as weapon handling, firing, field craft and tactics and endurance activities, but also in the latest technology.

"With the evolving nature of technology, we have integrated various types of surveillance equipment into border management. Given the growing issue of drones, we are incorporating training on how to effectively use new technology for better border security.