On May 10, 2025, Sub-Inspector Md Imteyaz of the Border Security Force (BSF) was killed during cross-border firing by Pakistani forces in the RS Pura sector of Jammu. Seven other BSF personnel were injured in the incident. Imteyaz was leading his unit from the front when the firing occurred. (Hindustan Times, www.ndtv.com, mint)
The BSF paid tribute to Imteyaz, stating, “We salute the supreme sacrifice made by BSF braveheart Sub-Inspector Md Imteyaz in service of the nation on May 10, 2025, during cross-border firing along the International Boundary in RS Pura area, District Jammu.” A wreath-laying ceremony with full honors was scheduled at the BSF’s Jammu frontier headquarters in Paloura on May 11. (www.ndtv.com, OrissaPOST)
The incident occurred just hours after India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire, effective from 5 PM IST on May 10. However, the ceasefire was violated shortly after its implementation, leading to multiple casualties among Indian security forces, including Imteyaz. (mint)
India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri condemned the violations, stating that the Indian Armed Forces have been instructed to respond strongly to any further breaches along the border. (The Economic Times)
The loss of Sub-Inspector Md Imteyaz underscores the fragile nature of the ceasefire and the ongoing tensions along the India-Pakistan border.