216 militants killed in J&K since January 2010: Army

Written By DNA Web Team | Updated: Oct 26, 2010, 10:47 PM IST

'As a result of sustained infantry-oriented operations since January 1, 2010 till date, 216 terrorists have been killed, 39 apprehended and six have surrendered on their own,' a northern command spokesperson said.

A total of 216 militants have been killed and 39 arrested in Jammu & Kashmir since January this year, the Indian Army today said.

"As a result of sustained Infantry oriented operations since January 1, 2010 till date, 216 terrorists have been killed, 39 apprehended and six have surrendered on their own", a northern command spokesperson said.

The army suffered 43 casualties while 81 soldiers were injured during counter terrorist operations by the northern command troops, he said.