Poonch, March 25(KNB): A soldier was injured in a mysterious explosion near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Bagyal Dara area of Poonch district on Monday afternoon, official sources reported.
According to defense sources, the incident occurred when an Army patrol was moving through the area. An unidentified explosive device detonated unexpectedly, injuring one of the soldiers.
The injured personnel was swiftly evacuated to a nearby military hospital for medical attention. His condition is reported to be stable.
Following the blast, security forces launched a search operation in the region to determine the source of the explosion and ensure there were no further threats. Authorities are investigating whether the device was an old, unexploded ordnance or a recently placed explosive.
Further investigations are underway, and more details are expected to emerge.(KNB)