Jammu, Jul 21: Security forces resumed a high-intensity search operation on Monday morning to track down a group of terrorists believed to be hiding in the dense Khankoo forest of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir. The joint effort, carried out by the Indian Army and J&K Police, was initially launched on Sunday afternoon in the Cherji area located between Dachhan and Nagseni.
The operation led to a brief exchange of gunfire with the suspected terrorists, who are reportedly associated with the banned terror group Hizbul Mujahideen. Among the group are two top militants carrying a bounty of Rs 30 lakhs each. Following the encounter, security forces intensified their efforts by deploying additional reinforcements to the scene.
After a temporary halt late Sunday, the mission resumed at first light on Monday with drones and sniffer dogs aiding the search teams. Forces have sealed all possible escape routes and widened their perimeter of action to ensure the suspects are tracked and neutralised. Despite efforts, the dense forest cover and rugged terrain continue to pose operational challenges.
Security officials remain on high alert as the operation unfolds across the remote terrain of Kishtwar, which has witnessed a resurgence in militant presence in recent months.
Security Forces Resume Searches to Track Down Terrorists in Kishtwar
