72 New Terror Launchpads Emerge in Pakistan as BSF Warns of 'Zero' Cross-Border Infiltration

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The Border Security Force (BSF) has sounded a high alert in the Jammu region after 72 terror launchpads became operational across the Pakistan border, including 12 near Sialkot and Zaffarwal. The development comes after Operation Sindoor, a four-day military confrontation with Pakistan in May, where the BSF destroyed several terror launchpads. According to BSF Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Vikram Kunwar, the Pakistan government shifted terror facilities to depth areas after Operation Sindoor. However, old habits die hard, and the terrorist groups have resumed their activities. Kunwar stated that 72 launchpads are currently operational, with 12 located in the depth areas of Sialkot and Zaffarwal, while 60 are operational across the Line of Control (LoC). The BSF is fully prepared to thwart any cross-border infiltration attempts. DIG Kunwar explained that the figures of launchpads and terrorists change frequently, as they are not kept in one place permanently. The force has been monitoring the situation closely and has not observed any training camps near the International Border (IB) at present. However, reports suggest that there is deployment in the launchpads, indicating training before terrorists are moved to other areas across the LoC. Kunwar said that earlier, terrorist groups like Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba used to have separate areas, but after Operation Sindoor, they formed mixed groups for training. When asked about the force's preparedness for a potential second phase of Operation Sindoor, Inspector General of BSF, Jammu frontier, Shashank Anand, said the force is ready to follow the government's orders. Anand emphasized that the BSF has experience in various types of wars, including conventional and hybrid warfare, and is capable of causing significant damage if needed. The BSF is also keeping a close eye on the activities of Pakistani Rangers, who returned to their posts after Operation Sindoor. Anand stated that the BSF is committed to the government's 'zero infiltration' policy and is prepared to thwart any challenge at the IB. The annual press conference highlighted the achievements of the BSF in 2025, including its role in Operation Sindoor. The force is also adapting to new threats, such as drones, and has installed counter-drone systems to address the challenge.