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Bathinda Military Station Firing Live Updates: Four jawans from an artillery unit have been killed in the firing incident, Indian Army has confirmed. Follow for the latest updates.
The Indian Army on Wednesday said a search team has located the missing INSAS rifle along with the magazine. "Army and Police joint teams will now be undertaking forensic analysis of the weapon for ascertaining further details. The balance number of rounds in the weapon will only be available after forensic analysis," the Army said in a statement.
"The joint investigation with Punjab Police is in progress. All possible assistance is being provided. It is reiterated that no individual has been detained/apprehended," the Army said.
Surinder Pal Singh, Additional DGP, said the Bathinda military station firing was not a terrorist incident. "Probe is being done. An FIR was lodged 2-3 days ago regarding the missing rifle and the matter is being investigated. We are in touch with Army officials," ANI quoted Singh as saying.
Army Chief General Manoj Pande has briefed Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on the Bathinda Military Station firing incident, sources informed ANI. The incident resulted in the death of four army jawans from an artillery unit who sustained gunshot injuries.
Two soldiers stationed at Bathinda's army base are believed to be responsible for a recent shooting incident, according to a source who spoke with ABP News. The source stated that both of the accused individuals are currently posted at the same military installation.
Initial reports suggest that the firing incident at Bathinda Military Station was an internal issue as a rifle along with ammunition had been missing for the last two days, sources told ANI. The search operation is currently underway inside the military station, which has thick plantations in some areas, to gather more evidence and establish the facts of the case.
Four Indian army soldiers succumbed to gunshot injuries sustained during the firing incident at Bathinda Military Station in Punjab.
The Indian Army has confirmed that the families of the four army jawans who lost their lives in the Bathinda incident are being informed.
An update from HQ SW Command on the Bathinda incident has confirmed that four army jawans of an artillery unit lost their lives due to gunshot injuries sustained during the incident. No other casualties or damage to property have been reported. The area remains sealed off, and joint investigations with Punjab Police are currently underway to establish the facts of the case.
All aspects, including the possible involvement of a missing INSAS rifle along with 28 rounds reported two days ago, are being ascertained. Given the sensitivities involved in this matter, the media has been requested to refrain from spreading rumours or speculating on the incident.
The Army Chief is expected to meet with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh shortly to provide a comprehensive update on the Bathinda firing incident, according to sources.
According to Army Headquarters sources speaking to ABP News, the initial assessment of the Bathinda incident indicates that it may be a case of fratricide. However, the investigation is still ongoing.
As per standard operating procedure (SOP) and protocol, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has been briefed about the Bathinda incident. Additionally, the Defence Minister has called for a meeting to discuss the situation further. In addition, the National Security Advisor (NSA) has also been briefed about the incident.
The Army has confirmed that four individuals were killed in a shooting incident that occurred at the Bathinda military station in Punjab on Wednesday morning. Following the incident, Quick Reaction Teams (QRT) were immediately activated by the Army.
The firing incident occurred at the 80 Medium Regiment artillery officers' mess, sources told ABP Live. It has been reported that an assault rifle went missing from the unit's guard room a few days before the incident took place. The search for the shooter(s) is still ongoing, and the situation is being monitored closely.
The Bathinda Military Station is a crucial and significant military installation in India. It serves as the headquarters for 10 Corps and falls under the jurisdiction of the South Western Command, located in Jaipur. The station plays host to a significant number of operational Army units.
Following the incident at Bathinda Military Station, a suspicious citizen has been detained by authorities and the station has been closed as a precautionary measure. A search operation is currently underway. All entry gates to the Army Cantt in Bathinda have been shut down in response to the situation.
Punjab Police sources told ANI that a few days ago, an Insas rifle along with 28 cartridges had been reported missing.
According to sources from the Punjab police, the firing incident at the Bathinda Military Station does not appear to have any terrorist involvement. Instead, it is believed to have been caused by a missing weapon from the army that was reported a few days prior. The sources also suggest that this missing weapon may have been used in the shooting incident.
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Four Indian Army soldiers, belonging to an artillery unit, were killed in a firing incident at the Bathinda military station in Punjab on Wednesday morning. State Police termed the incident as a case of ‘fratricide’ and ruled out any terror angle. According to Army officials, the incident took place around 4:30 am and quick reaction teams were deployed soon after and the area was cordoned off.
According to a report by news agency ANI, a rifle and some rounds went missing from an army unit two days before the incident.
“This is not a terrorist incident. Probe is being done. An FIR was lodged 2-3 days ago regarding the missing rifle and the matter is being investigated. We are in touch with Army officials,” ANI quoted Surinder Pal Singh, Additional DGP, as saying.
Prior to the shooting incident, an Insas rifle along with 28 cartridges had been reported missing. According to police, the missing rifle is also a part of the investigation.
The Bathinda military station is the largest military base in Asia and home to the Indian Army’s headquarters 10 Corps. The pivot 'Chetak' corps is responsible for defending India’s border with Pakistan in south Punjab and north Rajasthan.
As per standard operating procedure (SOP), Army Chief General Manoj Pande has briefed Defence Minister Rajnath Singh about the incident. Additionally, the Defence Minister called for a meeting to discuss the situation further. In addition, the National Security Advisor (NSA) has also been briefed about the incident.
As per Army Headquarters sources speaking to ABP News, the initial assessment of the incident indicates that it may be a case of fratricide. However, the investigation is still underway.
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Punjab's Additional Director General of Police, SPS Parmar told PTI over the phone, "It is not a terrorist attack, it is not an attack from outside. It is a fratricidal incident".
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