Encounter Ongoing in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces are engaged in an ongoing encounter with terrorists in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir. Five suspected terrorists have been surrounded in the Rajbagh police station area, believed to have entered via the Ujj Daria river. A search operation is underway.
Jammu Kashmir Encounter: An encounter is underway between security forces and five suspected terrorists in Amba Nallah, Juthana, within the Rajbagh police station area of Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir. The operation, ongoing since morning, involves a cordon and search operation by security forces. While the encounter briefly paused, firing has resumed from both sides.
Reports of Two Jawan Casualties, Five Injured
Reports suggest that two security personnel may have been killed in the encounter, though official confirmation is pending. Five security personnel have been injured; one has been admitted to Kathua GMC for surgery, two others have been transferred to Jammu GMC, and two sustained minor injuries.
Security Heightened at Kathua Railway Station
Security has been tightened at Kathua railway station following the encounter. Suspicious activities by suspected terrorists have been observed at various locations in Kathua district over the past five days. Additional security forces have been deployed at sensitive locations, including the railway station, to prevent any potential attacks.
Anti-Terror Operation Ongoing for Five Days
According to officials, the suspected terrorists entered the area via Sufian from Ujj Daria river. A large-scale anti-terrorist operation has been underway in the region for the past five days.
Possible Involvement of Terrorists Who Escaped from Hiranagar
Sources suggest that the terrorists currently surrounded may be the same individuals who escaped after an encounter with security forces in the Hiranagar sector recently. Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched a decisive operation against the terrorists.
Suspected Terrorist Presence Raises Concerns about Tunnels
Security forces have previously received information about suspicious activities in several locations. There is speculation that the terrorists may have used underground tunnels to infiltrate these areas. Security forces are investigating this possibility to prevent similar incidents in the future.
