A fierce encounter broke out in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, with security forces engaging a group of militants. According to official sources, two to three militants are believed to be trapped in the area.
Details of the Operation
The encounter began in the early hours of the morning when a joint team of the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police launched a cordon-and-search operation in the forested region of Rajouri. Acting on specific intelligence inputs about the presence of militants, the security forces surrounded the area and initiated a search.
As the forces closed in, the hiding militants opened fire, triggering a gunfight. The security forces retaliated effectively, and the exchange of fire continued for several hours. The area has been sealed off to prevent any escape, and reinforcements have been rushed to the spot.
Ongoing Efforts
Senior police and army officials are monitoring the situation closely. The operation is still underway, and further details are awaited. No casualties have been reported on the security forces' side so far. The identity and affiliation of the trapped militants are yet to be ascertained.
This encounter is part of the ongoing efforts by security forces to eliminate terrorism in the region. Rajouri has witnessed several such operations in the past, with the security forces successfully neutralizing many militants.
Local residents have been advised to stay indoors, and the area remains under tight security. The authorities have urged the public to cooperate and report any suspicious activity.
