Says “alert Border Security Forces, Army foiling every infiltration attempt”
Srinagar: Inspector General of BSF Kashmir Frontier, Ashok Yadav, on Tuesday stated that Pakistan is continuously attempting to infiltrate terrorists into Jammu and Kashmir through ongoing launching activities. However, he said that alert security forces, through close coordination and vigilance, have consistently foiled these infiltration attempts.
Yadav made these remarks during a function organised in connection with a 79-kilometre cycle rally held ahead of Independence Day. The rally, which commenced from Bandipora, saw participation from around 40 to 42 local youths alongside BSF officers and soldiers. The event was part of the celebrations marking the 79th Independence Day.
“The purpose of this rally is to promote fitness among youth, inspire them positively, and highlight the improving security situation in Jammu and Kashmir,” IG BSF Kashmir said, adding that the initiative aims to boost tourism by showcasing destinations like Bandipora and Ganderbal.
Yadav said the BSF and Army are making joint efforts to prevent infiltration. “We work closely with the Army and coordinate our efforts to ensure that any infiltration attempts are thwarted. Joint operations are being conducted regularly for this purpose,” he added.
Regarding Pakistan’s activities, the IG BSF Kashmir reiterated that the neighbouring country continues its attempts to send terrorists across the border through launching activities. “Our intelligence agencies provide us with timely inputs, and through effective coordination, we are aware of the most vulnerable areas,” he said
