New Delhi has termed the ceasefire violations by Pakistani troops along the Line of control in Jammu and Kashmir as matter of serious concern. External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid said, it is not just an issue of diplomacy but also of concerns about military relations.

Talking to reporters in New Delhi today he maintained that this issue is one of high-priority for the government and a meeting of the DGMOs of both the countries should be held soon. He expressed full confidence in the defence forces for showing restraint, firmness, determination and total preparedness to face any eventuality.

His comments follow Pakistani troops resorting to heavy cease fire violations over night opening fire on 14 forward Indian posts and civil areas in Jammu and Kashmir.

2 BSF jawans sustained minor splinter injuries in Nikowal border belt. Pakistani troops firing was reported in RS Pura, Pargwal, Samba, Hiranagar and Jagnockah border belts in Jammu, Samba and Kathua districts.

Border Security Force jawans have also foiled an infiltration bid in Samba district, killing an intruder. According to Police sources, there was movement of suspected persons along the International Border in Kulian-Suchetpur Border Out Posts in Samba district in the wee hours today.

BSF troops guarding the border challenged them and opened fire following which Pakistani troops fired at Indian forward posts to give cover fire to the infiltrators. This led to heavy exchange of fire between the two sides in which an infiltrator was killed.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep concern over repeated ceasefire violations from across the border.He said that the Centre needs to take up the issue with Pakistan in a strong manner as it is getting more serious now.

He said that the way civilian areas are being targeted in shelling by Pak troops indicates that Pakistan’s intentions are not good.