Template:Infobox military conflict The 1958 East Pakistan–India border skirmish was a border skirmish which took place in August 1958 at the East Pakistan-India border. The fighting started after Indian forces infiltrated into East Pakistan and captured a village.[1][2]
Background
In early August 1958, Indian forces crossed the international border with East Pakistan and captured the village of Lakshmipur after which they built an illegal outpost in the area.[3]
Pakistani counter-attack
On 7 August, a company of East Pakistan Rifles under the command of Major Tufail Mohammad was tasked to drive out the Indian infiltrators from the outpost. The company launched a surprise attack later that night from three fronts. A fierce Close-quarters combat ensued during which the Pakistani company commander and his Second-in-command were KIA, however the Indian forces were flushed out leaving four dead and three prisoners after which the village was recaptured.[3][4]
See also
References
- ↑ Pakistan Army pays tribute to Major Tufail on martyrdom anniversary. DailyTimes.pk.
- ↑ They rest in honoured glory. Dawn.com(5 September 2015).
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed (NH). PakStrategic.com(7 August 2022).
- ↑ Major Tufail Muhammad. Pakistan Army Official Website.