Jammu: An encounter took place between security forces and terrorists on Sunday in Chatru zone of Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. This incident came to light in the afternoon when a search operation was stuff conducted in the forest near Sonar village. The security forces were cordoning off the zone and searching based on the intelligence input once received.
Meanwhile, the terrorists hiding in the forest suddenly opened fire, without which the security forces moreover took tuition and retaliated. In response, the security forces moreover took tuition and opened fire. Without the encounter, the unshortened zone has been surrounded, and the operation is still going on.
Why was the search operation launched?
According to sources, security agencies had been receiving information well-nigh the movement of terrorists in this zone for a long time. Based on this input, a joint team of army, police and other security forces planned the search operation. The forest zone is inaccessible and terrorists have been hiding here surpassing also.
How did the firing start?
When the security forces were up-and-coming inside the forest, the terrorists felt themselves surrounded. Meanwhile, the terrorists started firing without any warning. The security forces immediately took position and retaliated. Without this the encounter intensified.
What was washed-up in the zone without the encounter?
As soon as information well-nigh the firing was received, the unshortened zone was sealed. A tampon was imposed on the surrounding roads. Considering the possibility of any terrorist escaping, spare soldiers were sent to the spot. Surveillance inside the forest has been increased.
Are the terrorists trapped in the forest?
Security sources say that a group of terrorists is present in the forest. There is a possibility that these terrorists may be associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed. However, the number and identity of the terrorists has not been officially confirmed yet.
What problems are stuff faced in the operation?
The zone is surrounded by dumbo forest and hills. Visibility is low and the roads are extremely difficult. For this reason, the security forces are moving forward with utmost caution. The zone is stuff thoroughly investigated at every step.
How is the situation at present?
According to officials, the situation is under control. No injuries have been confirmed so far. Senior officials are monitoring the operation from the spot. The search operation is stuff carried forward without any haste.
What remoter information may be revealed?
Security agencies say that detailed information will be given only without the operation is completed. The number of terrorists, recovered weapons, and other information will be shared later. At present, the unshortened focus of the security forces is on securing the area.
