How Did J&K CM Honor the Soldiers Killed in Kulgam Operation?

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Key Takeaways
- Two soldiers sacrificed their lives in an anti-terrorist operation in Kulgam.
- Omar Abdullah emphasized the government's commitment to martyrs' families.
- Ongoing anti-terror operations are targeting not just terrorists but also their supporters.
- Advanced technologies are being used to prevent drone attacks from Pakistan.
- Drug trafficking is linked to funding terrorism.
Srinagar, September 9 (NationPress) Omar Abdullah, the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, on Tuesday honored the memory of two brave soldiers who lost their lives in a fierce encounter with terrorists in the Kulgam district. An official statement revealed, “Expressing deep sorrow over this tragic loss, the Chief Minister emphasized that the remarkable courage, relentless bravery, and ultimate sacrifice of these soldiers will be forever cherished with profound respect and gratitude. He also reaffirmed the Government’s steadfast dedication to supporting the families of martyrs and ensuring their welfare in all situations.”
The fallen soldiers have been identified as Subedar Perbhat Gaur and Lance Naik Narender Sindhu, who made the ultimate sacrifice during an anti-terrorist operation in the Gudar forest area of Kulgam on Monday.
This operation resulted in the elimination of two terrorists, while three soldiers, including a junior commissioned officer (JCO), sustained injuries.
Tragically, two of the injured soldiers passed away in the hospital on Monday, whereas the condition of the injured JCO has been reported as stable by medical professionals.
On Tuesday, J&K DGP Nalin Prabhat visited the Gudar forest operation site, where joint forces continue their anti-terrorist efforts.
Joint forces have intensified anti-terrorist operations across the union territory, specifically targeting terrorists, their overground workers (OGWs), and sympathizers.
Security forces assert that dismantling the terror ecosystem in the UT requires a focus beyond just eliminating armed terrorists; it also necessitates addressing those who support terrorism.
Since the suspension of Operation Sindoor, there have been efforts by terrorists to infiltrate into J&K from the Pakistani side of the Line of Control (LoC).
Jammu and Kashmir is bordered by a 740 km long LoC, which is securely monitored by the Army. Additionally, there is a nearly 240 km long International Border in the districts of Jammu, Samba, and Kathua, patrolled by the Border Security Force (BSF).
With support from Pakistan, terrorist groups have been utilizing drones, particularly along the International Border, to transport weapons, drugs, and cash into India.
The BSF has implemented advanced anti-drone technology to prevent the handlers of terrorism based in Pakistan from using drones to sustain terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.
Security forces are also keeping a close watch on drug smugglers and peddlers, as it is believed that the revenue generated from drug trafficking and hawala operations ultimately funds terrorism.