BSF Shoots Pakistani Intruder Along J&K Border; Probe Underway
In a recent incident, the Border Security Force (BSF) has shot dead a Pakistani national who had crossed the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir on the night of April 4-5. The incident has sparked a probe by the authorities to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to BSF officials, the intruder was spotted by their personnel near the border and was repeatedly warned to stop. However, when he ignored the warnings and continued advancing, BSF troops were forced to open fire.
The incident occurred at around 10:30 pm on April 4, when a BSF patrol party spotted a person attempting to cross the border from the Pakistani side. The BSF personnel immediately alerted their superiors and began to warn the intruder to stop. Despite the repeated warnings, the intruder continued to advance, prompting the BSF to open fire.
In a statement, a BSF spokesperson said, “The BSF patrol party spotted a person trying to cross the border from the Pakistani side. He was repeatedly warned to stop, but he continued to advance. As a result, the BSF personnel were forced to open fire.”
The BSF official added that the intruder was shot dead after being hit by multiple bullets. The body was later recovered and handed over to the local authorities for identification and further investigation.
The incident has sparked concerns about the increasing number of ceasefire violations along the India-Pakistan border. In recent months, there have been several instances of Pakistani troops resorting to unprovoked firing along the border, resulting in the death and injury of several civilians and security personnel.
The BSF has been at the forefront of securing the border and preventing infiltration attempts by Pakistan-backed terrorists. The force has been working tirelessly to prevent the smuggling of arms and ammunition, as well as the movement of terrorists, across the border.
The recent incident is a testament to the bravery and professionalism of the BSF personnel, who put their lives at risk to protect the country and its borders. The force has been credited with foiling several infiltration attempts by Pakistan-backed terrorists and has been instrumental in preventing the spread of terrorism in the region.
The probe into the incident is ongoing, with officials from the BSF and other agencies working together to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The authorities have also launched an investigation into the identity of the deceased Pakistani national and the purpose of his intrusion.
In recent years, the India-Pakistan border has seen a significant increase in ceasefire violations, with both sides exchanging fire on several occasions. The situation has led to concerns about the safety and security of civilians living in the border areas.
The BSF has been working closely with the Pakistan Rangers to maintain peace and tranquility along the border. The force has been involved in several joint patrols and has been working to prevent the smuggling of arms and ammunition across the border.
In conclusion, the shooting of a Pakistani intruder by BSF personnel along the J&K border is a stark reminder of the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. The incident highlights the bravery and professionalism of the BSF personnel, who put their lives at risk to protect the country and its borders.
Source: https://newskarnataka.com/india/bsf-shoots-pakistani-intruder-along-j-probe-underway/06042025/
