India-Pakistan Tensions: How BSF Stood Firm & Struck Hard With No Additional Deployment
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Even while guarding four states—Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and J&K—BSF managed critical operations and retaliations with no extra manpower
As cross-border tensions flared along the western front amid escalations from Pakistan, the Border Security Force (BSF) emerged not just as India's first line of defence—but also its sharpest, standing tall alongside the armed forces. Over the past week, which saw a war-like situation, the force demonstrated remarkable courage and effectiveness in countering Pakistan-backed infiltration and aggression—all while operating with no increase in number of troops across volatile and expansive frontiers.
The BSF's crucial role was also praised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO).
From the sands of Rajasthan and Gujarat to the hostile terrain of Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir, the BSF continued to guard India's western boundary with resolve, resilience, and exceptional efficiency.
According to an official, the BSF, with the same strength, gave a befitting reply to Pakistan, damaging their systems and eliminating terrorists attempting to infiltrate into India.
The official added that while the primary focus was Jammu, the force did not neglect Rajasthan and Gujarat either.
'Since there was a chance that Pakistan could infiltrate if we switched off floodlights, we kept them on and stood firm even during the attack to ensure no one crossed over," the official told News18 on the condition of anonymity. 'While Pakistan expected low visibility due to aerial fire, we struck hard—damaging their surveillance infrastructure and other key systems."
On May 9, in response to unprovoked Pakistani firing on BSF posts in Jammu, the force struck deep, destroying a terrorist launch pad at Looni in District Sialkot (Pakistan), inflicting a significant blow to enemy infrastructure.
National Recognition
The BSF's swift and surgical action drew praise from the highest levels of national leadership. PM Modi said: 'I salute every individual of the Air Force, Navy, Army, and BSF. Their courage is the armour of our sovereignty."
In a joint briefing, the DGMO made a rare and powerful statement while praising BSF. 'BSF was an equal participant in our response. From their DG to their Prahari at the BOP—they stood shoulder to shoulder with us," Lt General Rajiv Ghai said.
Samba Sector: A Turning Point
The night of May 8, 2025, marked a major test—and a resounding triumph—for the BSF. Around 11pm, a group of heavily armed terrorists attempted to infiltrate Indian territory in the Samba sector of J&K, supported by direct fire from the Pakistan Rangers' Dhandhar post.
Thanks to its advanced surveillance grid and rapid response teams, the BSF detected the movement and launched a precise counter-operation. The result: seven terrorists were neutralised before they could breach the boundary. In a calibrated response, BSF troops targeted and destroyed enemy assets, including the BMG bunker at Dhandhar, as confirmed by surveillance footage.
Tragically, two BSF jawans were martyred in the Pakistani shelling. Their sacrifice now stands as a solemn symbol of the force's unwavering courage.
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May 15, 2025, 08:36 IST
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