Phantom, a four-year-old male Belgian Malinois, Monday made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty during an encounter that broke out between troops and militants in Jammu’s Khour area near the Line of Control.
“As our troops were closing in on the trapped terrorists, Phantom drew enemy fire, sustaining fatal injuries,” said White Knight Corps on its X handle
“We salute the supreme sacrifice of our true hero – a valiant Indian Army dog, Phantom. His courage, loyalty, and dedication will never be forgotten,” it posted, adding that “in the ongoing operation, one terrorist has been neutralised and warlike stores have been recovered thus far”.
Phantom, who was commissioned into the Army in August 2022, is the second dog to die in the line of duty during an encounter with militants since last year.
