₹20 lakh reward for two Pakistani terrorists accused of Poonch attack

Updated : May 06, 2024 18:11
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Editorji News Desk

The security forces in Jammu and Kashmir announced a reward of ₹20 lakh for any information that would lead them to two Pakistani terrorists accused of attacking Indian Air Force vehicles in Poonch on May 4.

IAF officer Vikky Pahade was killed and four personnel injured when terrorists opened fire from a hilltop on an IAF convoy near Shahsitar.  

The armed forces have also released the sketches of the suspected terrorists.  

Since the attack, a major search operation has been underway in the Shahsitar area. 

"Corps Commander of 16 Corps & ADG Jammu Zone Anand Jain accompanied by GOC Romeo Force, IGP CRPF & DIG RP Range today visited the area & monitored the ongoing massive search operation. Many suspects have been picked up for questioning," Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Jammu said. 

Jammu and Kashmir

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