Security Forces Find Hidden Weapons Cache Near LoC in North Kashmir’s Kupwara

Security forces recovered a cache of arms and ammunition during a joint operation in north Kashmir’s Kupwara. The recovery from the sensitive Karnah sector has triggered an investigation to trace the source of the weapons.

Post Published By: Aditya Wadhawan

Updated : 20 September 2026, 12:18 PM IST

Big Security Operation in Karnah Sector! Weapons Cache Found Near Border Area (Image: Dynamite News)

Srinagar: Security forces recovered a cache of arms and ammunition during a joint operation in the forward area of Sudhpora in Karnah sector of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district, officials said on Saturday.  The recovery was made during an intelligence-based security operation carried out in the strategically important border region.

Joint Operation Launched in Sensitive Border Area

According to officials, security forces conducted the operation in the forward area of Sudhpora following security inputs. During the mission, personnel recovered arms and ammunition suspected to have been hidden in the area. A senior police officer confirmed the recovery and said further details regarding the type and quantity of the seized material are awaited.

Investigation Begins to Trace Source of Weapons

Authorities have initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances behind the recovery and identify the possible source of the arms cache. Security agencies are examining the recovered items and gathering additional information as part of the ongoing probe.

Security Forces Maintain High Alert Along Border Regions

The recovery comes amid continued security efforts in north Kashmir’s border areas, where agencies regularly conduct operations to prevent the movement and storage of illegal arms and ammunition. Officials said more details are expected once the investigation progresses.