Srinagar, Aug. 13 -- The Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir has once again become a flashpoint for cross-border terrorism, with the Indian Army successfully foiling a major infiltration attempt made by terrorists. The recent surge in such activities is seen as a deliberate attempt by Pakistan to reignite terror activities in the Kashmir Valley, leveraging traditional infiltration routes that have reopened with the melting of snow on higher reaches.

In a fierce gunfight that erupted during the early hours, a group of terrorists attempted to sneak into Indian territory under the cover of darkness. Indian troops, maintaining a heightened state of alert, engaged the infiltrators, leading to a prolonged exchange of fire. While the infiltration a...