India, Oct. 19 -- As the nation sparkle with diyas and fireworks this Diwali, a different kind of light glows along the Line of Control (LoC) in North Kashmir the unwavering resolve of Border Security Force (BSF) jawans guarding the nation's most volatile frontier. This newspaper was granted rare and exclusive access to the forward posts where jawans are deployed, braving not just the harsh terrain and weather, but also the constant threat of enemy infiltration.

Even on Diwali, the jawans remain on high alert. Despite the festive atmosphere in the rest of the country, the LoC remains under threat. Intelligence inputs suggest heightened infiltration attempts by Pakistan-backed terrorists, using the cover of foggy nights and thick forest b...