BSF officer killed in Pakistan's LoC ceasefire violation in J&K

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A Border Security Force (BSF) officer was killed on Tuesday in ceasefire violation on the Line of Control (LoC) by Pakistan troops in J&K's Rajouri district.

"The Pakistan Army indulged in unprovoked ceasefire violation in Rajouri Sector on the LoC, in which BSF Sub-Inspector Paotinsat Guite attained martyrdom while displaying conspicuous bravery in not only retaliating to the enemy fire, but also by saving lives of many of his colleagues," a BSF statement said.

BSF IG NS Jamwal said that the martyred officer was a gallant and sincere borderman and the nation will always remain indebted to the braveheart.

The deceased officer belonged to Manipur. His mortal remains will be sent to Imphal by air.

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