Violation of Ceasefire in Samba district ahead of PM’s visit

Published : Apr 19, 2016, 05:06 AM ISTUpdated : Mar 31, 2018, 06:46 PM IST
Violation of Ceasefire in Samba district ahead of PM’s visit

Synopsis

Ceasefire violation was reported early this morning from Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s to Katra.

According to a report, Pakistani troops fired 4-5 rounds on a forward post in Samba sector.   BSF forces retaliated. However there are reports of any casualty.  

According to a senior BSF official there was firing when they noticed suspicious movement near the forward area.

The Prime Minister has arrived at Mata Vaishno Devi University complex where he is scheduled to inaugurate a super speciality hospital, a sports stadium and take part in the convocation after which he is going to address a public meeting today.

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