Agniveer Killed, Two Soldiers Injured In Deadly Landmine Blast Near LoC

"The explosion occurred near the Victor Post in Salotri village of Poonch’s Haveli tehsil during routine patrolling by the army as part of an anti-infiltration exercise. The Agniveer died on the spot, while two injured soldiers were immediately shifted to the hospital for treatment. Doctors have described the condition of both injured soldiers as stable," an official said.

"The Army has paid tribute to the slain Agniveer while an investigation has been started to ascertain the exact circumstances that led to the explosion," the official added.

The slain Agniveer was identified as Lalit Kumar of the Jat Regiment, as per a condolence post on X by the Jammu-headquartered White Knight Corps.