Guwahati: Security forces have neutralized a notorious terrorist facilitator, Bagu Khan, also known as the “human GPS,” in an encounter in the Gurez sector of Jammu and Kashmir, reports India Today.
Khan, a Hizbul commander based in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) since 1995, was shot dead along with another terrorist while attempting to infiltrate the Nowshera Naar area.
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Khan was a key figure in cross-border terrorism, credited with facilitating over 100 successful infiltration attempts. His exceptional knowledge of the treacherous terrain and secret routes along the Line of Control (LOC) made him a valuable asset to various terror groups.
According to security sources, most of the infiltration bids he assisted were successful, enabling terrorists to cross into Indian territory, reports claimed.
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The operation marks a significant victory for security forces, as Khan’s death disrupts a critical network used for funnelling terrorists into the region.
His long history of assisting multiple terror outfits underscores his importance in the insurgency’s logistical chain.
The successful counter-infiltration bid is expected to severely impact future attempts to breach the border in the area.