Jammu and Kashmir: Two terrorists killed along LoC during an infiltration bid

In an anti-infiltration operation along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Machil Sector of Kupwara district, North Kashmir, Indian security forces eliminated two terrorists. On Monday evening, alert Indian Army troops stationed along the LoC detected suspicious movement near the border and fired warning shots to deter potential infiltrators. The intruders responded with gunfire, triggering a fierce exchange of fire with the security forces.

''OP AMAR, Kupwara. Based on specific intelligence input by JKP & corroborated by sources and agencies, regarding likely infiltration attempt, a joint operation was launched by # IndianArmy and Jammu and Kashmir Police in Machhal Sector, Kupwara on 13 Oct 2025. Alert troops spotted suspicious activity and challenged, which resulted in terrorists opening indiscriminate fire. Troops responded with effective fire, neutralising two terrorists. Large quantity of weapons and equipment was recovered. Operation is in progress.

During the intense firefight, the security forces successfully neutralised two terrorists. Their bodies have been recovered, and efforts are underway to ascertain their identities. The operation in the rugged terrain of the Machil Sector continues as security forces maintain heightened vigilance to ensure the area is secure and to thwart any further infiltration attempts.

Security forces have also recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the operation site. A massive search operation is being carried out by the forces in the area as they believe there could be more terrorists hiding in the area. Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police are carrying out a joint search operation near the LoC.