Lt Gen K H Singh, General Officer Commanding of the Indian Army's 16 Corps on Thursday said that about 200 militants are trying to infiltrate into the Indian side of Jammu and Kashmir ahead of U.S. President Barack Obama's visit, and added that the army is prepared for any such eventuality.
"About 200 militants in 36 launch pads across Pir Panchal Range are trying to infiltrate into the Indian side," said Lt. Gen. Singh.
He further said that the country's counter-infiltration posture is firmly in place.
"Situation in the LoC, south of Pir Panjal is by and large peaceful, at least for the last two months or so. Our counter infiltration posture is firmly in place; infiltration bid will be eliminated if any attempt is made. The Indian Army remains prepared all the time for any eventuality, for anything that may unfold," said Singh.
"Like Army Chief Dalbir Singh said the terrorist infrastructure in PoK is intact. In 2014, the LoC was calm; there were 15 infiltration bids in 2014 which were foiled. Pakistan security establishments are currently tackling their own home-grown terrorists," he added.
He also said that there are inputs that terrorists might try to attack schools, army camps, national highways and civilian areas on Republic Day.
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