Udhampur, A
group of heavily armed terrorists opened fire on an administrative base of one
of the units of Indian Army at Uri in Kashmir at approximately 0530 hours this
morning. The firefight between the terrorists and Army Personnel continued till
approximately 0830 hours, during which four terrorists have been killed. All
four killed were Foreign Terrorists and had some items with them which had
Pakistani markings. Initial reports indicate that the slain terrorists belong
to Jaish-e-Mohammed tanzeem. Four AK 47 rifles and four Under Barrel Grenade
Launchers along with a large number of other war like stores were recovered
from them.
The terrorists fired incendiary ammunition along with automatic
fire of small arms that led to army tents / temporary shelters catching fire.
The tents located in the complex were to house additional troops inducted due
to routine turnover of units. There have been a total of 17 Army fatal
casualties. Of these, 13 - 14 casualties have been due to these tents/
shelters having caught fire. I must mention that the operation for clearance of
the area is still in progress and a very deliberate search is being carried out
of the entire area around the Military Complex in Uri. As such, complete
details of the operation are not yet available. However, the operation is being
carried out by the Indian Army in a very professional manner and the Army
personnel have displayed exceptionally high standards of courage and gallantry
while neutralizing the terrorists.
Since the terrorists had some items with Pakistani markings, I
have spoken to Pakistan DGMO and conveyed our serious concerns on the same.
I would also like to mention that all the intelligence agencies
are working in close synergy with the Security forces and regular intelligence
inputs are received from concerned agencies and necessary action is being taken
accordingly.
The COAS has visited the site of operation and taken an 'on the
ground' assessment of the situation. The Raksha Mantri is also currently on his
way to Srinagar and shall be updated by the COAS on the situation.We salute the
supreme sacrifice made by our brave soldiers following the highest traditions
of Indian Army. Finally, I would like to assure you that the Indian Army
remains prepared to thwart any nefarious designs and any evil designs of the
adversary shall be given a befitting reply.
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