Rajni Pandey | October 30, 2024
Phantom, a four-year-old Belgian Malinois, was killed by terrorist gunfire in a brave confrontation in J&K’s Akhnoor sector.
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Born on May 25, 2020, Phantom joined the Indian Army in August 2022 after completing his training at the Remount Veterinary Corps in Meerut.
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The White Knight Corps honored Phantom, stating his “courage, loyalty, and dedication” will be forever remembered.
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During the encounter, three terrorists attacking an Army convoy near the LoC in Akhnoor were neutralized by Army forces.
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As a trained assault dog, Phantom was an essential part of the Army’s K9 unit, tasked with anti-terror and counter-insurgency missions.
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Army dogs like Phantom are equipped with gear to gather critical intelligence from enemy locations up close.
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The encounter began when terrorists attacked an Army ambulance, leading to a quick and coordinated response by the Army and police.
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For additional surveillance, the Army deployed BMP-II combat vehicles, drones, and helicopters to locate and eliminate the terrorists.
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Phantom’s sacrifice is remembered alongside other Army dogs, like Kent, a Labrador who died protecting soldiers in 2023.
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