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Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
India thwarted over 600 missiles, drone attacks on Gujarat Frontier; 40% of them in state itself: BSF IG
More than 600 aerial attacks in the form of missiles and drones were thwarted by security forces on the southern end of India's border with Pakistan, comprising Bhuj sector in Gujarat and Barmer sector in Rajasthan, earlier this month, Abhishek Pathak, the Inspector General (IG) of the Gujarat Frontier of the Border Security Force (BSF), said on Friday. The Indian forces either destroyed or forced the missiles and drones to turn back with no harm caused to civilians and no damage to infrastructure, the IG said during a press conference held by the BSF at the Gujarat Frontier Headquarters in Gandhinagar. The Gujarat Frontier of the BSF, part of its Western Command, is responsible for maintaining watch over the Bhuj Sector and the Barmer Sector. When asked by The Indian Express to share a break-up of the number of attempted attacks over the skies of Gujarat itself, IG Pathak said, 'About 40% of the attacks were in Gujarat while the rest were in the Barmer sector (of Rajasthan).' When asked about the type of drones and missiles deployed by Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, IG Pathak said the investigation was still underway into their make and type. IG Pathak said that Pakistan had even deployed tanks and heavy artillery at the border. He said everything was being analysed to 'improve our response next time'. 'We learnt that Pakistan had not only increased manpower along the border, but also deployed heavy artillery and tanks in forward areas. In view of this situation, the BSF along with the Army, the Navy and the Air Force completed its preparations and officials also visited border areas to brief the personnel and review the preparations,' Pathak said. Speaking about BSF's preparations, Pathak said Gujarat Frontier had deployed 'high-calibre weapons and surveillance equipment' at all the border posts after getting inputs about Pakistan army's mobilisation. Regarding the intruder from Pakistan who was shot and killed on May 23 while attempting to cross the international border, IG Pathak said that according to the Rules of Engagement (ROE), he was challenged and asked to stop his advance but he did not, leading to the BSF troops firing and killing him on the spot. 'We have shared his photograph with Pakistan. We did not find any identification documents on his person and we are still waiting to see whether they (Pakistan) will claim his body,' said Pathak. (With PTI Inputs)
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
600 drone and missile attacks on Guj frontier foiled: BSF IG
Ahmedabad: Inspector general of the Border Security Force (BSF) Gujarat Frontier, , informed mediapersons on Friday that more than 600 drone and air-based attacks from Pakistan were successfully thwarted along the Gujarat frontier during . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to Pathak, after the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, the Indian defence forces launched a coordinated campaign targeting terror infrastructure across the border. Following these strikes, Pakistan initiated a series of aerial incursions, including sending drones and missiles, with many directed towards Banaskantha, Patan and Kutch. "More than 600 drone incursions were recorded in the Gujarat Frontier region, particularly from Barmer to the marshy stretches of the Rann of Kutch. Despite the complex terrain, all were neutralised or repelled with no harm to civilians or security personnel," Pathak told reporters at BSF headquarters in Chiloda, Gandhinagar. He attributed the success to advanced air defence systems, high readiness and coordination among BSF, Army, Air Force, Navy and local administration. The BSF reported no damage from any drone or missile strike, thanks to pre-emptive deployment, accurate intelligence inputs and swift inter-agency action, said Pathak. Pathak commended the deployment of over 800 women border guards, highlighting the leadership of assistant commandants Amandeep and Niti Yadav, who led the operations in the toughest terrains in creeks on the Gujarat border. On a query about drones made in Turkey, Pathak said that debris from the drones is under forensic examination to trace their origin, with speculation that some may be of Turkish origin, though the results are pending. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Gujarat govt played a key supporting role, with the chief minister and home minister closely monitoring developments, ensuring logistical and medical readiness, and interacting regularly with field forces. Local villagers along the border, too, expressed full confidence in BSF operations and actively supported security protocols," Pathak said. While confirming there were no direct strikes from fighter aircraft, IG Pathak acknowledged that missiles were launched, and drone-based explosive attacks attempted in the region. He stated, "Our preparations ensured complete protection. There was no civilian casualty or infrastructure damage on our side."
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Pak fired missiles, 200 drones towards Gujarat, amassed tanks, but could cause no harm: BSF
Pakistan fired missiles and 200 drones towards Gujarat during Operation Sindoor but failed to cause any harm to military installations, soldiers or civilians as every attack of the neighbouring nation was foiled by Indian forces, a senior Border Security Force officer said on Friday. Pakistan had even deployed tanks and heavy artillery at the border, said Inspector General Abhishek Pathak of BSF's Gujarat Frontier, who asserted everything was being analysed to "improve our response next time". The force is tasked with securing areas from Barmer in Rajasthan to Kutch district of Gujarat along the India-Pakistan border. Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7 as retaliation to the horrific April 22 Pahalgam attack, resulting in decimation of terror infrastructure in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir and Pakistan. The two nations agreed to cessation of hostilities on May 10. Addressing a press conference in Gandhinagar on the role of BSF during Operation Sindoor, Pathak said, "Of nearly 600 drones sent by Pakistan towards our border from Rajasthan to Kutch, some 40 per cent (200 drones) entered Gujarat. However, we foiled the attack with the help of the Army and Indian Air Force, as no damage was caused, neither to our forces nor to civilians. Some of these drones were shot down." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo "We learnt that Pakistan had not only increased manpower along the border, it also deployed heavy artillery and tanks in forward areas. In view of this situation, BSF along with Army, Navy and Air Force completed its preparations and officials also visited border areas to brief the personnel and review the preparations," Pathak informed. Missiles were also fired towards Gujarat by Pakistan but no damage was caused on the ground, he added. Speaking about BSF's preparations, Pathak said Gujarat Frontier had deployed "high calibre weapons and surveillance equipment" at all the border posts after getting inputs about Pakistan army's mobilisation on the border. Live Events About the drone attacks by Pakistan, Pathak said the BSF as well as Army and other concerned departments are analysing them to improve the response for the future. "This is perhaps the first time when such a situation arose. There are many learnings for BSF, other forces and concerned departments. We are analysing these aspects to improve our response next time. There is always a scope for improvement in any system," Pathak asserted.
