A tense situation unfolded in the Ahlan Gagarmandu area of Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Saturday as security forces engaged in an encounter with suspected terrorists. The Jammu and Kashmir Police, in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), confirmed the ongoing encounter, stating that police and security forces were actively involved in the operation. Further details regarding the encounter are eagerly awaited.
Earlier in the day, the Jammu and Kashmir Police took proactive measures to apprehend four terrorists, releasing sketches of the individuals who were last spotted in the Dhoks of Malhar, Bani, and Seojdhar regions of Kathua district. To encourage public cooperation and facilitate their apprehension, the police announced a substantial reward of ₹5 lakh for any credible information leading to their capture. The police’s efforts to secure the region and apprehend the terrorists highlight the ongoing challenges posed by terrorism in the state.
