An ongoing encounter between security forces and terrorists is taking place in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, following an extensive search operation launched to apprehend gunmen responsible for the May 4th attack on an Indian Air Force convoy in the Poonch sector. The identity of the terrorists engaging in the firefight remains unknown at this stage of the operation. Meanwhile, search operations have been intensified from Surankote to Jarran Wali Gali, with heavy security deployment in the area.
In a tragic incident in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, one Indian Air Force (IAF) soldier lost his life while four others sustained injuries in a terrorist attack. The security forces have since identified the two terrorists and released their sketches, offering a reward of 20 lakh for information leading to their arrest. The attack targeted a convoy on Sunday as it made its way towards Sanai Top in the Surankote area. The injured soldiers were airlifted to the command hospital, where Corporal Vikky Pahade succumbed to his injuries.
At least five Indian Air Force (IAF) soldiers sustained injuries when their convoy came under heavy fire from terrorists in the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir. The attack occurred as the convoy was traveling towards Sanai Top in the district’s Surankote area. Security forces have cordoned off the area and initiated a hunt for the attackers. The injured soldiers have been airlifted to Command Hospital, Udhampur for treatment. Security has been stepped up in the region following the attack.
