Jammu & Kashmir: Terrorist facilitator 'Human GPS' Bagu Khan killed in encounter

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.

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.