Border Security Force troops in Akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir, have intensified their patrolling along the Chenab river, a crucial stretch of the India-Pakistan border in the Jammu sector.
Operating under challenging terrain and weather conditions, the BSF has deployed additional personnel and surveillance equipment to monitor riverine routes that could be exploited for infiltration attempts by Pakistan-based terrorists.
Patrols are being conducted both on land and in boats, with troops maintaining round-the-clock watch to ensure no breach of the international boundary occurs.
The Chenab river area, known for its strategic importance and proximity to civilian habitations, has witnessed attempts at cross-border infiltration in the past.
The current operation aims to reassure residents of border villages and strengthen coordination with local authorities to respond swiftly to any security threat.
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