Srinagar, Oct 16: Ahead of Diwali and the upcoming festive season, security forces have increased surveillance and patrolling along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Thursday.

An official said that BSF is working in close coordination with the Indian Army to monitor the LoC effectively. “So far this year, forces have foiled two infiltration attempts. Advanced surveillance tools and equipment have strengthened control over sensitive border areas,” he added.

Another official said that the heightened vigilance covers key sectors including North Kashmir’s Gurez, Uri, Karnah, Tangdhar, and Sunderbani in Jammu. “Along the International Border, BSF personnel are maintaining a close watch through round-the-clock patrolling, digita

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