J-K: Operation Sheruwali enters 34th day in Rajouri, search operations continue
Rajouri, June 25
Operation Sheruwali has entered its 34th day and continues in the forested areas of the Dorimal Forests of the Gambir Mughlan in Rajouri district on Thursday. Security forces, including the Jammu and Kashmir Police and other security agencies, remain actively engaged in the ongoing operation.
A massive search and surveillance operation is underway, with security personnel maintaining a high level of alertness in the area. All participating agencies are working in close coordination to ensure the operation achieves its objectives.
Officials said that the operation is still in progress and security forces continue to dominate the area through extensive searches and monitoring. Additional security measures remain in place to prevent any untoward incident.
The operation will continue until the area is thoroughly sanitised and all objectives are achieved, officials added.
'Operation Sheruwali' is an ongoing, large-scale counter-terrorism combing mission in the dense forest belts of the Dorimal-Gambhir Mughlan sector in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir. Launched in late May, the multi-agency operation aims to locate and neutralise armed infiltrators holed up in the region's rugged mountainous terrain.
The prolonged operation highlights the determination of security forces to ensure peace and maintain security in the border district of Rajouri.
Earlier, a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) and three Army personnel were injured in an accidental mine blast during a patrol near the Line of Control (LoC) in the forward Kalal area of the Nowshera sector on June 16, according to Jammu and Kashmir Police officials.
According to the Station House Officer (SHO) of Nowshera Police Station, the incident took place at around 11 am when troops of 4 Kumaon were conducting a routine patrol in the forward LoC area. During the operation, an accidental mine blast occurred, injuring one JCO and three soldiers.
The injured personnel were immediately evacuated from the site and provided initial medical assistance before being shifted to the Army's Command Hospital in Udhampur for specialised treatment.
— ANI
Reader Comments
It's good to see the multi-agency coordination between J&K Police, Army, and other forces. But 34 days is a long time... wonder what's making it drag on so long. Are the infiltrators hiding in caves or using local support? Hope the operation wraps up soon without more casualties. Those mine blast injuries are worrying.
Accidental mine blast shows the risks our soldiers face even during routine patrols. Respect for the 4 Kumaon regiment! The fact that injured personnel were quickly evacuated and airlifted to Command Hospital Udhampur shows good planning. Hope they recover fully. Operation Sheruwali is a necessary step to secure our borders.
Rajouri has seen too much trouble over the years. While I appreciate the security forces' efforts, I wish there was more emphasis on winning local hearts and minds alongside these combing operations. Peace isn't just about neutralising threats—it's about building trust. Still, our jawans are doing a tough job. 🙏
Every single day these operations continue, I pray for the safety of our soldiers. The dense forests of Dorimal-Gambhir Mughlan are no joke—rugged terrain, extreme weather, and hidden enemies. Salute to the bravery of all personnel involved. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
34 days is a marathon operation! The multi-agency approach is smart—different forces bring different skills. But I hope the government is also providing proper logistical support to the troops on ground. Long-duration ops need constant supply of food, water, and medical aid. Also
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