We will use both pellet guns in Kashmir Valley: CRPF
February 24, 2017  09:26
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News18 reports: Pellet guns will continue to see action in Kashmir with the Central Reserve Police Force terming it as the 'least lethal' option available.

"Until we find a solution which is equally effective or more effective, we cant say no to pellet guns. For this summer, we will use both pellet guns and alternatives like the Pawa shells," K Durga Prasad, DG CRPF told CNN-News18.

The decision to use pellet guns and full-body protectors stems from the current situation in the Valley and the assessment of intelligence agencies of more unrest in store.

Winters are considered a period of lull in Kashmir. But in the first two months of this year, the Army has lost 12 men, including one officer, while para military has one commandant battling for life. Two dozen other men in uniform have been injured in various encounters across the Valley.

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