Young Girl Hurt in Crossfire Between Forces and Terrorists in Kathua
Security Measures in Jammu and Kashmir
A 7-year-old girl, Anchal Kumari, was slightly injured by a bullet during a gunfight between Jaish-e-Muhammad terrorists and security forces in Kathua district’s Sanyal area. The incident occurred during a combing operation, and the girl was promptly taken to a nearby hospital.
Confrontation in Hiranagar
- 4-5 Jaish-e-Muhammad terrorists engaged in a gunfight with security forces
- The encounter took place during a combing operation in Sanyal area of Hiranagar
- Army spokesperson dismissed social media rumors about troop casualties
The encounter began when security forces moved towards the terrorists’ hiding place in Sanyal village, close to the Indo-Pak border. The joint operation involved the Army, CRPF, and state police.
Terrorist Hideout Discovered in Doda
- Army and police jointly found a terrorist hideout in Bhalra forest area of Doda’s Bhaderwah
- The operation started on Thursday due to reports of suspected terrorist activity
- A pistol, three magazines, and 25 rounds of AK rifle ammunition were seized
Combing Operations in Kishtwar
Security forces initiated combing operations in the neighboring Kishtwar district on Sunday.
Recent Terror Incidents in Jammu Region
- Two years ago, a powerful blast near Sanyal border police post frightened locals
- A live grenade was discovered during searches the next day
- Recently, suspected terrorists threw a grenade at a police vehicle in Rajouri district
- Armed terrorists fired upon an Army convoy in Akhnoor on Feb 26
The recent encounter in Kathua is part of the ongoing efforts by security forces to maintain peace and security in the Jammu region, which has experienced an increase in terror activities recently.
