Jammu and Kashmir police, along with other security agencies, conducted coordinated raids on Thursday targeting the homes of individuals allegedly operating from Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The operations focused on “suspicious persons, Overground Workers (OGWs), and others” suspected of involvement in anti-national activities, officials said.
Top police officials stated that relatives, friends, and close associates of the accused were questioned during the raids, and security forces collected evidence.
Meanwhile, security forces continued their operation for the eighth consecutive day in the Akhal Devsar area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district.
So far, one terrorist has been neutralized in the ongoing operation. Nearly a week ago, security forces had neutralized another terrorist during an overnight gunfight in the same area, according to the Chinar Corps.
In a post on X, the Indian Army’s Chinar Corps said, “OP AKHAL, Kulgam. Intermittent and intense firefight continued through the night. Alert troops responded with calibrated fire and tightened the noose while maintaining contact. One terrorist has been neutralized by security forces so far. Operation continues.”
In a separate development, Baramulla Police busted a terrorist hideout in the Gogaldara-Danwas forest on Thursday. Police seized a grenade, a pistol, a magazine, nine rounds of ammunition, and medical supplies.
Sharing the update on X, Baramulla Police wrote, “Based on specific intelligence, Baramulla Police busted a terrorist hideout in the Gogaldara-Danwas forest. Recovered: 1 pistol, 1 magazine, nine rounds, 1 grenade, and medical supplies. FIR registered at PS Tangmarg. Investigation underway.” Further details are awaited.
Additionally, in an earlier operation on July 30, the Indian Army’s White Knight Corps neutralized two terrorists attempting to infiltrate across the Line of Control (LoC) in the Poonch sector.
The White Knight Corps posted, “Operation Shivashakti: In a successful anti-infiltration operation, alert troops of the Indian Army eliminated two terrorists trying to cross the LoC. Swift action and precise firepower thwarted their plans. Three weapons were recovered. Coordinated intelligence from our units and JK Police led to this success.” (Agencies)
