Terrorist launchers near the border are back in action and infiltration has increased, and agencies warn that this could point to an attempt by Pakistan to take advantage of developments in Afghanistan.
“This contrasts with the almost zero infiltration observed in the first months after the India-Pakistan ceasefire pact in February this year. A few days ago, intelligence contributions reported the observation of 21 terrorists on a launch pad near the LoC, “a source told TOI. Hiring local youth in terrorist ranks remains a concern, though it is lower than last year. Around 87 young people from J&K have joined terrorist outfits so far this year, down from 137 in the same period last year.
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“Events in Afghanistan have created a stir in the valley, with a section that considers it a victory for Islamic forces. Also in the guise of terrorists, it is being promoted as a boost to morale,” he said. an intelligence officer.The assessment of the security agencies is that while there is no immediate threat to J&K, Jaish and LeT are back to their former way.
Interestingly, although infiltration attempts have intensified, drone activity originating in Pakistan has experienced a significant decline in recent months and a half. Only three drone drop attempts were reported at J&K, with new drone surveillance systems from DRDO and Army at key points on the international border.
Sources told TOI that up to 102 terrorists were neutralized by anti-terrorist forces as of August 28 this year, although casualties among the security forces have been much lower. There were 3-4 fatalities among the central police forces by early August this year, from 15 to 16 in the corresponding period of 2020. Four army personnel were also killed, from 17 to 18 last year. However, police casualties have been higher around 10-11 this year.