In a significant escalation of security operations in Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police launched a joint action on Thursday in response to credible intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists in Panipura, located in the Sopore area of Baramulla district. The operation, termed Operation Panipura, commenced as forces moved in to engage suspected militants, prompting a fierce gunfight.
According to a statement from the Indian Army’s Chinar Corps, vigilant troops had observed suspicious activities in the region. Upon being challenged by the security forces, the terrorists reportedly opened fire indiscriminately, which led to a prompt and effective retaliation by the armed forces. The joint operation is ongoing, with security personnel committed to neutralizing the threat in the area.
This operation follows a separate incident earlier on November 6, where security forces were involved in an encounter in the Kupwara district. After launching a cordon and search operation based on specific intelligence regarding militants’ activities in the Margi area of Lolab, personnel engaged in a gunfight that lasted for about a day. The operation concluded with the successful elimination of a terrorist, alongside the recovery of an AK rifle, two hand grenades, and four AK rifle magazines from the encounter site.
Furthermore, on November 5, another operation in Bandipora district resulted in the death of an unidentified terrorist. In this encounter, which occurred during a cordon-and-search operation in the Choontpathri forest area, terrorists opened fire on security forces, leading to a gunfight. Unfortunately, two security personnel sustained injuries during the exchange and were subsequently taken to a hospital for treatment.
As these operations unfold, they underscore the continuing challenges faced by security forces in the region amidst ongoing threats posed by terrorist activities. The authorities remain steadfast in their commitment to maintaining peace and security in Jammu and Kashmir, taking decisive actions to counter any threats.
