A successful counter-terrorism operation has resulted in the elimination of one terrorist in the Bandipora region of Jammu & Kashmir. The operation, known as ‘Operation Kaitsan’, is being conducted jointly by the Indian Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
The operation was launched on November 5th in the Chuntawadi Kaitsan area following intelligence reports that indicated the presence of terrorists in the region. An encounter between security forces and terrorists led to the initiation of the operation.
‘OP Kaitsan, Bandipora. One terrorist has been eliminated by the security forces in the ongoing Operation. Operation is in progress,’ the Indian Army’s Chinar Corps confirmed on social media, further emphasizing the ongoing nature of the operation.
The Chinar Corps statement detailed the initial steps leading to the encounter: ‘Based on specific intelligence input regarding the presence of terrorists in the general area Kaitsan forest, a joint operation was launched by the Indian Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police, and CRPF in the general area of Chuntawadi Kaitsan, Bandipora. Contact was established and a firefight ensued. Operation is in progress.’
This successful operation underscores the continuous efforts of the security forces in maintaining peace and combating terrorism in Jammu & Kashmir. The ongoing nature of the operation suggests that further developments may occur, and the security forces remain vigilant in their pursuit of a secure environment for the region.
