Google Maps image locates Longding district in Arunachal Pradesh.

Security forces launched a patrol to dominate the border areas on Thursday (June 5, 2025), following specific information about the movement of unknown armed individuals in Pongchau Circle of Longding district in Arunachal Pradesh.

“While moving through the thick forest, the patrol observed the movement of unknown individuals and challenged them. In response, the patrol drew heavy and indiscriminate fire from heavy-calibre weapons, which was effectively retaliated by the security forces,” according to the Defence Ministry.

During the intense exchange of fire, the “unknown cadres” withdrew across the international border towards Myanmar. “The area was thoroughly searched by the security forces, however, the cadres had managed to cross the border taking cover of the dense surrounding forest,” it said.