On Tuesday, a fierce clash broke out between security forces and a group of militants in the dense forests of Udhampur district’s Basantgarh area in Jammu and Kashmir. The encounter began after the security forces established contact with the militants, who were hiding in the remote upper reaches of the area.
The confrontation started when security personnel, acting on specific intelligence reports, launched an operation in the early hours of the day. The militants, believed to be operating in the Basantgarh area, were cornered by the forces in the forested region. The operation, described as a “SADO” (Search and Destroy Operation), was aimed at neutralizing the militant threat.
DIG Udhampur of Reasi Range, Rayees Mohammad Bhat, provided an update on the situation through his official X (formerly Twitter) handle. He confirmed that contact had been established with the militants and that the operation was ongoing. Bhat’s post detailed that the intelligence input led to the launch of the operation in the Khaned area of PS Basantgarh.
The operation is still active, with security forces working to address the situation. The presence of militants in such a dense forest area poses challenges for the forces, but they remain committed to ensuring the safety and security of the region. Updates on the progress of the operation are expected as the situation develops.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by security forces in Jammu and Kashmir, where militant activities continue to pose threats despite ongoing efforts to maintain peace and order in the region.
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