Encounter in Pulwama, Arms Cache Recovered in Kupwara
A fierce encounter broke out between security forces and militants in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Monday. The encounter erupted after militants opened fire on a search party of security forces, who retaliated. The exchange of fire is ongoing, and there have been no reports of casualties so far.
In another development, a joint operation by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir police in Kupwara led to the recovery of a substantial cache of arms, ammunition, and war-like stores. The recovery was made during ‘Operation Kot Nala’ based on specific intelligence about the presence of a militant hideout in the area.
These incidents highlight the ongoing security challenges in Jammu and Kashmir. While the security forces continue to launch operations to neutralize militants and disrupt their activities, the situation remains volatile. The recovery of arms and the ongoing encounter underscore the need for heightened vigilance and effective counter-terrorism measures to ensure the safety and security of the region.
Timeline of Related Events
* May 17: Large cache of arms and ammunition recovered in Kupwara during a joint operation by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir police.
* May 30: Three Indian Army lieutenant colonels and 13 others named in a case related to the violent attack on the Kupwara police station.
* May 6: Indian Army eliminates three terrorists in ‘Operation Redwani Payeen’ in Kulgam.
