THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK
Shopian, May 29: In a significant breakthrough for security forces in Jammu and Kashmir, two hybrid terrorists affiliated with the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) surrendered during a joint operation in the Baskuchan area of Shopian.
The operation, based on precise intelligence, was carried out by the Special Operations Group (SOG) Shopian, 44 Rashtriya Rifles, and the 178 Battalion of the CRPF.
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The two terrorists who gave themselves up have been identified as Irfan Bashir and Uzair Salam, according to police sources. The surrender took place on Wednesday, marking a crucial development in counter-insurgency efforts in the region.
A cache of arms and ammunition was seized from their possession, including two AK-56 rifles, four magazines, 102 rounds of 7.62x39mm ammunition, two hand grenades, and two pouches.
Authorities have filed an FIR, and an investigation is currently underway to determine their roles, connections, and past activities within the terror network.
