A three-day encounter with terrorists in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir, is ongoing. On Saturday morning, the bodies of two terrorists and their weapons were recovered, while the search for three others continues.
Jammu Kashmir Encounter: The encounter with terrorists in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir, continues for a third day. On Saturday morning, security forces recovered the bodies of two terrorists and seized their weapons. This encounter, which began in Kathua on Thursday, is ongoing, and the security forces' operation continues.
According to the latest information, the conflict has shifted from the initial location to the Gudha area, some distance away. Security forces have established a new position after spotting the terrorists there. Local sources reported that five terrorists were sighted in the Sufian area; two were killed by security forces. The remaining three terrorists escaped to Gudha.
Jammu Police on High Alert
In light of the ongoing terrorist encounter and the upcoming Navratri and Eid festivals, Jammu Police are on high alert. SSP Jammu Joginder Singh has instructed all station house officers to conduct surprise check posts and apprehend suspicious individuals. Furthermore, strict security measures have been implemented on the Jammu-Srinagar and Jammu-Pathankot national highways.
Security forces are conducting a thorough search operation in the area. Drones and sniffer dogs are being used to locate the remaining terrorists. Security forces believe the three remaining terrorists may be hiding near Gudha. Jammu and Kashmir Police have appealed to locals to immediately report any suspicious activity. The administration has advised people to remain in safe locations and stay away from the encounter site.
Weapons Recovered from Terrorists
A large quantity of weapons and ammunition has been recovered from the slain terrorists. This includes AK-47 rifles, grenades, and other weapons. Officials believe these terrorists were planning a major attack. Security forces have made it clear that the operation will continue until all terrorists are eliminated. The Kathua encounter has heightened alert levels across Jammu and Kashmir. With festivals like Navratri and Eid approaching, security forces are fully prepared to handle any untoward incident.
