Kupwara, Oct 1: A major cache of arms and ammunition was recovered during a joint operation by Jammu and Kashmir Police and Indian army in Machil sector of Kupwara district.
On the afternoon of September 30, 2023, a meticulously planned operation commenced in the suspected region, marked by its challenging terrain and the ever-present threat posed by anti-national elements. ]
The collaborative effort of Kupwara Police and the Indian Army was executed with precision and dedication, reflecting their determination to safeguard the nation.
"During the exhaustive search operation, a natural cave yielded a treasure trove of arms and ammunition that had been illicitly transported across the Line of Control (LoC)", reads the statement adding the haul included; 1 AK Series Rifle, 4 AK Magazines, 2 UBGL (Under Barrel Grenade Launcher), 2 Hand Grenades, 26 UBGL Grenades, 2088 rounds of 7.62 mm AK ammunition, 1 Silencer (Sound Suppressor), 900 grams of PEK (Potassium Nitrate), 20 No.27 Detonators, 19 Commercial Detonators with wire, 2 Booster Charges, 2 Explosive Devices (exact type yet to be determined), 10 Modified Mechanism Devices, 4 9V Batteries and 1 ICom Radio Set.
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