Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district witnessed a fierce encounter between security forces and terrorists in a dense forest area. Eight personnel were injured during the exchange of fire, and one soldier later succumbed to his injuries.
Soldier Martyred in Kishtwar Terror Encounter
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir has once again been engulfed in the fire of terrorism. The nation has lost another brave son in an encounter with terrorists in the rugged hills and dense forests of Kishtwar district. A soldier injured while fighting terrorists succumbed to his injuries during treatment. This news has sparked an atmosphere of grief and outrage not only within the military establishment but across the nation.
On Monday, a sudden encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in a remote forest area of Kishtwar district. Following intelligence reports of the presence of terrorists, the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF launched a joint search operation. During the encounter, the hidden terrorists opened indiscriminate fire, injuring eight Army and Police personnel. All were immediately rushed to the hospital, but one soldier remained in critical condition and succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
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As soon as the news of the martyred soldier's death broke, military officials paid tribute to him. Officials said the soldier held his ground until his last breath and retaliated against the terrorists. His sacrifice is being seen as a significant sacrifice in the ongoing fight against terrorism.
According to security agencies, the terrorists involved in this encounter may be affiliated with the banned organization Jaish-e-Mohammed. It is feared that three terrorists are still hiding in the area. An intensive search operation is underway for the third day to capture them. The forests and hilly terrain are being searched with the help of drones, sniffer dogs, and modern technology.
Following the martyred soldier, a high alert has been declared in Kishtwar and surrounding areas. Additional security forces have been deployed, and the public has been urged to remain vigilant. The army and security agencies have issued a clear message that terrorists will not be spared at any cost. The operation will continue until terrorism is completely eradicated from the area.
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This encounter has once again made it clear that the fight against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir continues. The martyred soldier's sacrifice symbolizes the highest dedication to the nation's security, and the security forces are fully committed to thwarting the terrorists' designs.
