Mendhar, Jammu and Kashmir – On Monday, army personnel detected and neutralised two landmines along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Mendhar sector of Poonch district, officials reported.
The devices were spotted by a patrolling party near the border fence at Basooni Top around 9.50 a.m. Once identified, the area was immediately cordoned off. The army’s Bomb Disposal Squad then carried out a controlled explosion that destroyed both landmines without causing any damage to the surrounding area.
The forward areas along the LoC are equipped with landmines as part of an anti‑infiltration obstacle system. Heavy rains can dislodge these mines, making them hazardous. Regular patrols and expert defusal operations are therefore carried out to locate and neutralise any displaced devices, preventing potential incidents and ensuring the safety of troops and civilians alike.
