Jammu and Kashmir: Encounter between terrorists and security forces in Kishtwar, area cordoned off; search operation
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An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces again on Wednesday evening in Chhatru, a dense forest area of Kishtwar district. Security forces have cordoned off the entire area. Additional forces have been sent to eliminate the terrorists.
According to sources, police, with the help of Army and CRPF, had started a search and cordon operation in Kuchhal and Gorinal areas of Chhatru on Wednesday evening after receiving specific information about the presence of terrorists. On seeing the security forces, the terrorists started firing, after which the encounter started.
The firing continued from both sides till the final report was received late at night. It is being told that some terrorists have been active in this area for the last few months. However, last month also an operation was conducted in Singhpura area of Chhatru in which the terrorists were not caught.
Amarnath Yatra from July 3
A big decision has been taken this time amid impenetrable security arrangements for the Shri Amarnath Yatra which is going to start from July 3. Devotees entering Jammu and Kashmir by road will be taken forward in a security convoy from Lakhanpur Yatra Reception Center to Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp in Jammu. Preparations have been completed for this.
Alert in Jammu and Kashmir
After the Pahalgam attack, this system is being implemented for the first time to strengthen the security of Baba Barfani’s devotees coming from all over the country. After the incidents of infiltration from the India-Pakistan international border this year too, and encounters with terrorists in Saniyal and then Ambe Naal, no laxity is being shown regarding security.
The distance from the IB to the highway and sensitive areas have already been made into strict checkpoints. Along with the deployment of additional security forces, checkpoints have been set up on every link road entering the highway. At present, the agencies have not got hold of anything but it cannot be taken lightly. Therefore, the Director General of Police has also issued clear instructions to the security forces to take immediate action as soon as they receive information.
Not only the international border and highways, but the security agencies are also keeping a close watch on the hilly areas. Where a few days ago, a terrorist was killed by the security forces in Bihali of Udhampur. On the other hand, special attention is also being paid to prevent the devotees coming for Shri Amarnath Yatra from being diverted to the link routes under any circumstances.
