The Jammu and Kashmir police on Tuesday defused two powerful improvised explosive devices near the highway in Kathua district, police said.
The improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were found in polythene bags by a patrol party of the Special Operations Group (SOG), they said.
“Each IED was packed in a plastic bottle and consisted of components such as an electric detonator, a 9V battery (originating from Malaysia), a circuit, screws serving as splinters, and explosive material. Additionally, the plastic containers housing the IEDs were coated with plaster of Paris,” a senior police official said.
A case has been registered and further investigation is on, he added.