The Indian Army has deployed a three-tiered robotic counter-infiltration grid along the Line of Control (LoC) in Tangdhar village of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district, ahead of the 79th Independence Day celebrations.
Speaking to media on Thursday, an Army officer said that the troops are tasked with ensuring zero infiltration along the LoC.
“Our task as troops deployed on the ground is to establish, maintain, and ensure zero infiltration by setting up a three-layered grid,” the officer said.
Describing the layers, he explained that the first layer of defence consists of surveillance equipment, including radars, thermal imaging sites, weapon and helmet-mounted systems, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).
“We use the extensive surveillance equipment provided by the Government of India, including radars, thermal imaging sites, weapon and helmet-mounted systems, and UAVs,” he added.
The second layer is the obstacle system, which includes various types of mines and optical systems placed throughout the area of responsibility.
“Number two is the obstacle system integrated into our defences. We have installed different types of mines and optical systems across the entire area,” he told ANI.
The third layer comprises army personnel on the ground, involved in routine ambushes and patrols.
“Number three is us, the men on the ground. We conduct routine ambushes and patrols to dominate the entire area—either physically, by observation, or by fire,” the officer said.
Meanwhile, on Tuesday, media personnel were given a rare opportunity to witness the Indian Army’s operational readiness and dedication along the LoC in remote regions of Sunderbani.
According to a release, the Army’s continuous efforts to evolve, integrate, and adopt new technologies reflect its commitment to maintaining peak operational readiness.
Technological advancements on display included the Smart Fence System, Quadcopters, advanced surveillance tools, bulletproof vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, modern weapons, and night vision sights, highlighting the Army’s focus on innovation and integration.
India will celebrate its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025. (Agencies)
