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Defence
Five landmines neutralised along LoC in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 04:02 PM
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Indian security forces detected and destroyed five landmines along the Line of Control in Poonch district.
Indian security forces operating along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir reported the detection of five landmines. The devices were located in a sector that frequently witnesses cross‑border tension. Trained personnel safely neutralised and destroyed all five mines, preventing any potential harm to civilians or troops.
The operation was carried out under standard de‑mining protocols, with the area subsequently declared safe for movement. Local authorities were informed and have been advised to maintain vigilance in the vicinity.
No casualties or injuries were reported, and the successful clearance underscores the continued efforts of the armed forces to mitigate explosive threats along the contested border.
The operation was carried out under standard de‑mining protocols, with the area subsequently declared safe for movement. Local authorities were informed and have been advised to maintain vigilance in the vicinity.
No casualties or injuries were reported, and the successful clearance underscores the continued efforts of the armed forces to mitigate explosive threats along the contested border.