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NDTV
30-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Border Forces Dismantled Pak's Surveillance System Piece By Piece: Amit Shah
Poonch: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday lauded the BSF for its resolute response to Pakistani aggression earlier this month and said over 118 enemy posts were destroyed and damaged in retaliatory action along the Jammu frontier. During his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after Operation Sindoor, he said the border guarding force had dismantled the enemy's surveillance network, dealing a significant blow that would take them years to repair. Concluding his two-day tour of the Jammu region to review the security situation, Amarnath Yatra preparedness and to interact with victims of Pakistani shelling, the Union home minister commended the BSF troopers, saying damaging or destroying more than 118 posts in three days is a significant achievement. "When Pakistan responded to our anti-terror operations by attacking our borders and civilian areas, it was the BSF jawans of the Jammu Frontier who retaliated by destroying and damaging over 118 posts," he said. "They dismantled the enemy's entire surveillance system piece by piece -- a system that will take them four to five years to rebuild." He said that according to information he received from the BSF director general, Pakistan had suffered the biggest blow to its communication systems and surveillance equipment, rendering them "incapable of waging a full-fledged information-based war for quite some time". Praising the BSF's readiness even during times of relative peace, Mr Shah said their intelligence enabled precise pre-emptive action. "This proves that even during peacetime, you kept a vigilant eye... Based on your accurate intelligence, a precise counter-strategy was prepared well in advance. When the opportunity arose, you implemented it with success." Calling the feat a reflection of immense patriotism and sacrifice, Mr Shah added, "Such bravery only emerges when there is pride in the nation, a sense of patriotism in the heart, and a passion for supreme sacrifice. That is when such outcomes are possible." He emphasised the BSF continues to serve as India's first line of defence, operating across deserts, mountains, forests, and rugged terrains with unwavering dedication. "Whenever there is any kind of attack on India's borders -- organized or unorganised, covert or overt -- the first to bear the brunt are our BSF jawans. But they never pause to consider where the boundary lies," Mr Shah said. Reflecting on his travel to Poonch despite inclement weather, Mr Shah said he was determined to meet the jawans personally. "I came to Poonch to visit and share the grief of the damage done to gurudwaras, temples, mosques, and civilian populations." "I was told the weather was not favourable. Still, I decided that I would go by road and return only after meeting the jawans posted at the border. God was gracious - the weather cleared up, and I had the opportunity to meet you," he said. The Union home minister expressed gratitude to the BSF troopers on behalf of the government and the citizens of India. "The cheer for BSF is as loud as for the Army, and that is a matter of great pride for all of us." Shah reiterated that the valour and sacrifices of BSF jawans have earned national admiration and stand as a symbol of India's enduring resolve towards security.
Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
BSF destroyed 118 Pakistani posts during Op Sindoor: Amit Shah
Union home minister Amit Shah on Friday lauded the BSF for its resolute response to Pakistani aggression earlier this month and said 118 enemy posts were destroyed and damaged in retaliatory action along the Jammu frontier. During his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after Operation Sindoor, Shah said the BSF had dismantled the enemy's surveillance network, dealing a significant blow that would take them years to repair. Concluding his two-day tour of the Jammu region to review the security situation, Amarnath Yatra preparedness and to interact with victims of Pakistani shelling, the Union home minister commended the BSF personnel, saying damaging or destroying more than 118 posts in three days is a significant achievement. 'When Pakistan responded to our anti-terror operations by attacking our borders and civilian areas, it was the BSF jawans of the Jammu Frontier who retaliated by destroying and damaging over 118 posts,' he said. 'They dismantled the enemy's entire surveillance system piece by piece -- a system that will take them four to five years to rebuild,' he said. Shah said, according to information he received from the BSF director general, Pakistan had suffered the biggest blow to its communication systems and surveillance equipment, rendering them 'incapable of waging a full-fledged information-based war for quite some time'. Praising the BSF's readiness even during times of relative peace, Shah said their intelligence enabled precise pre-emptive action. 'This proves that even during peacetime, you kept a vigilant eye. Based on your accurate intelligence, a precise counter-strategy was prepared well in advance. When the opportunity arose, you implemented it with success,' he said. Calling the feat a reflection of immense patriotism and sacrifice, Shah added, 'Such bravery only emerges when there is pride in the nation, a sense of patriotism in the heart, and a passion for supreme sacrifice. That is when such outcomes are possible.' 'Whenever there is any kind of attack on India's borders, organized or unorganised, covert or overt, the first to bear the brunt are our BSF jawans. But they never pause to consider where the boundary lies,' Shah said on the role of the first line of defence on all the frontiers from Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir during Operation Sindoor. Reflecting on his travel to Poonch despite inclement weather, the home minister said he was determined to meet the jawans personally. 'I came to Poonch to share the grief of the damage done to the civilian population and our religious places, including a gurudwara, temple and mosque. I was told the weather was not favourable. Still, I decided that I would go by road and return only after meeting the jawans at the border. God was gracious — the weather cleared up, and I got the opportunity to meet you,' he said.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
BSF destroyed 3 terror launchpads across border; Operation Sindoor's new footage released
Jammu: Inspector General of BSF, Jammu Frontier, Shashank Anand addresses a press conference, in Jammu. (PTI Photo) JAMMU: BSF targeted and destroyed three terror launchpads and a Pakistan Army post across the LoC and the international border on the night of May 9 and 10 in loud and effective response to Pakistani shelling on BSF posts and civilian areas in Jammu and Kashmir. The border force on Tuesday released new footage from Operation Sindoor , showing targeted strikes on terror launchpads. 'Pakistan began unprovoked cross-border firing near Akhnoor sector on May 9. Being already prepared for such a situation, BSF destroyed a Lashkar launchpad in Looni and another launchpad named Mastpur, opposite RS Pura sector. We also planned to strike terror launchpads along the international border," BSF's Jammu Frontier IG Shashank Anand told a press conference. BSF's Samba sector DIG S S Mand added that BSF surveillance systems detected movement of about 40 to 50 terrorists near the border on May 8. 'Assessing a potential infiltration attempt, BSF units launched preemptive strikes in the area. In response, Pakistan Rangers began firing on BSF Border outposts as a cover fire for intruders,' he said. To honour the martyrs BSF SI Mohammad Imtiyaz, constable Deepak Kumar, and Indian Army Naik Sunil Kumar, two BSF posts will be named after them and another post as 'Sindoor Post.' A proposal will be sent to the govt, Anand said.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
BSF proposes to name one of its post "Sindoor" after Operation's success
The Border Security Force ( BSF ) has proposed to name a post in the Samba sector as "Sindoor" and two other in the name of the personnel killed during the cross-border shelling by Pakistan on May 10. Speaking on it, BSF IG Jammu Frontier, Shashank Anand said that three jawans including an Indian Army Naik was killed in fighting the cross-border shelling. "On the morning of May 10, Pakistan sent low-flying drones to target our posts. The BSF was actively engaging these drones. However, during one such incident, a tragic event occurred when BSF Sub-Inspector Mohammad Imtiyaz, Constable Deepak Kumar, and Indian Army Naik Sunil Kumar were trying to counter a drone, it dropped a payload, resulting in the killing of all three," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo "We propose to name two of our posts on our personnel we have lost, and one post to be named 'Sindoor' in the Samba sector," IG Shashank Anand said. IG Anand also praised the women personnel who fought on forward posts during Operation Sindoor . Live Events "BSF's women personnel fought on forward duty posts during Operation Sindoor. Our brave women personnel, Assistant Commandant Neha Bhandari commanded a forward post, Constable Manjit Kaur, Constable Malkit Kaur, Constable Jyoti, Constable Sampa and Constable Swapna and others fought on forward posts against Pakistan during this operation," he said. He also mentioned the inputs of terrorists' possible infiltration along the Line of Control and International Border. "We are getting many inputs regarding terrorists returning to their launch pads & camps and possible infiltration along LoC & IB. Security Forces will have to remain alert," Shashank Anand said. Further, BSF DIG RS Pura sector, Chiter Pal mentioned about its retaliation in the area after cross-border shelling from Pakistan. "On 9th May, Pakistan targeted a number of our posts. First, they started targeting our posts with a flat trajectory weapon and mortar. They also targeted one of our villages Abdullian. Our BSF jawans gave a befitting reply to them. When they reduced firing, they increased drone activity. In response, BSF targeted and destroyed the Pakistterrorist launchpad Mastpur," Pal said. "During the firing, it was observed that Pakistani soldiers were abandoning their posts and fleeing," he said further.
NDTV
27-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Border Force Proposes To Name One Of Its Post "Sindoor" After Operation's Success
Jammu & Kashmir: The Border Security Force (BSF) has proposed to name a post in the Samba sector as "Sindoor" and two other in the name of the personnel killed during the cross-border shelling by Pakistan on May 10. Speaking on it, BSF IG Jammu Frontier, Shashank Anand said that three jawans including an Indian Army Naik was killed in fighting the cross-border shelling. "On the morning of May 10, Pakistan sent low-flying drones to target our posts. The BSF was actively engaging these drones. However, during one such incident, a tragic event occurred when BSF Sub-Inspector Mohammad Imtiyaz, Constable Deepak Kumar, and Indian Army Naik Sunil Kumar were trying to counter a drone, it dropped a payload, resulting in the killing of all three," he said. "We propose to name two of our posts on our personnel we have lost, and one post to be named 'Sindoor' in the Samba sector," IG Shashank Anand said. IG Anand also praised the women personnel who fought on forward posts during Operation Sindoor. "BSF's women personnel fought on forward duty posts during Operation Sindoor. Our brave women personnel, Assistant Commandant Neha Bhandari commanded a forward post, Constable Manjit Kaur, Constable Malkit Kaur, Constable Jyoti, Constable Sampa and Constable Swapna and others fought on forward posts against Pakistan during this operation," he said. He also mentioned the inputs of terrorists' possible infiltration along the Line of Control and International Border. "We are getting many inputs regarding terrorists returning to their launch pads & camps and possible infiltration along LoC & IB. Security Forces will have to remain alert," Shashank Anand said. Further, BSF DIG RS Pura sector, Chiter Pal mentioned about its retaliation in the area after cross-border shelling from Pakistan. "On 9th May, Pakistan targeted a number of our posts. First, they started targeting our posts with a flat trajectory weapon and mortar. They also targeted one of our villages Abdullian. Our BSF jawans gave a befitting reply to them. When they reduced firing, they increased drone activity. In response, BSF targeted and destroyed the Pakistani terrorist launchpad Mastpur," Pal said. "During the firing, it was observed that Pakistani soldiers were abandoning their posts and fleeing," he said further.
