Jammu and Kashmir Encounter: Security Forces Engage in Gunfight with Terrorists in Kishtwar

A gunfight broke out on Friday between security forces and terrorists in Chattru village, located in Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Exchange of fire has taken place between search teams of security forces and hiding terrorists at Pingnal Dugadda forest area, upper reaches of Naidgham village under the jurisdiction of Police Station Chhatroo, district Kishtwar. Further details awaited: J&K Police

— ANI (@ANI) September 13, 2024

#WATCH | J&K: Encounter underway between security forces and terrorists at Pingnal Dugadda forest area, upper reaches of Naidgham village under the jurisdiction of Police Station Chhatroo, district Kishtwar.

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— ANI (@ANI) September 13, 2024

According to officials, a joint team comprising the army and Jammu and Kashmir police launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in Chattru village. As the team approached the terrorists’ hiding location, the terrorists opened fire, initiating the encounter. Further details are awaited.

Jammu and Kashmir is set to vote in three phases for assembly. This is the first elections since the abrogation of Article 370. The first phase of elections, covering eight Assembly segments across Doda, Kishtwar, and Ramban districts in the Chenab Valley, as well as 16 seats in south Kashmir's Anantnag, Pulwama, Shopian, and Kulgam districts, is scheduled for September 18. Jammu, Kathua, and Samba districts will vote in the second and third phases on September 25 and October 1, respectively.