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Two Terrorists Killed in Kishtwar Encounter Under Army's Operation Trashi-I

Security forces neutralised two terrorists during a joint operation in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. The operation, conducted under Operation Trashi-I, was launched based on credible intelligence from multiple agencies. A firefight ensued in challenging terrain, leading to the recovery of weapons including AK-47 rifles. Forces are continuing search operations in the area to ensure no hostile elements remain.

Key Points: Two Terrorists Killed in Kishtwar Operation Trashi-I

  • Two terrorists neutralised in Kishtwar
  • Joint op by Army, JKP, CRPF
  • Weapons including AK-47s recovered
  • Part of ongoing Operation Trashi-I
  • Search ops continue in area
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J-K: Two terrorists killed in Kishtwar under Operation Trashi-I

Security forces neutralised two terrorists in Kishtwar, J&K, in a joint operation under Operation Trashi-I. Weapons recovered. Hunt continues.

"The hunt continues -- those who seek to disturb peace will find no sanctuary - White Knight Corps"

Kishtwar, February 22

In a major development in the ongoing anti-terror offensive in Jammu and Kashmir, security forces on Sunday neutralised two terrorists during a joint operation in the rugged terrains of Kishtwar district under Operation Trashi-I, the Indian Army's Jammu-based White Knight Corps said.

An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Kishtwar earlier.

According to the White Knight Corps, actionable intelligence was received from the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Intelligence Bureau (IB) and the Army's own sources about the presence of terrorists operating in the dense forest belts of the Chatroo areas.

"Pursuant to credible intelligence inputs collated from #JKP, #IB and own intelligence sources, a deliberate joint operation was launched in the Kishtwar region under Operation Trashi-I to track and neutralise terrorists operating in the area," the White Knight Corps said in a post on X.

The Army said that contact with the terrorists was re-established at approximately 11:00 am in challenging terrain, where troops of the Counter-Insurgency Force (CIF) Delta, in close coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), re-engaged the terrorists.

During the firefight, the security forces dominated the encounter site and successfully neutralised two terrorists. Weapons, including two AK-47 rifles and other war-like stores, were recovered from the site.

"The hunt continues -- those who seek to disturb peace will find no sanctuary," the Corps added.

Operation Trashi-I, launched in January, has focused on challenging forested and mountainous areas of Kishtwar, including Chatroo, Sonnar, Dolgam and Dichhar, involving multiple cordon and search operations and firefights.

Security forces continued their searches in the Kishtwar area to ensure that no hostile elements remain at large.

Further details are awaited.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While the successful operation is good news, I hope the forces are also focusing on winning hearts and minds in the region. Long-term peace requires more than just military action. Development and dialogue are equally important.
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Ananya R
This is a relief for the locals in Kishtwar. Living under the shadow of fear is terrible. Kudos to the intelligence agencies for the "actionable intelligence." Hope the searches continue thoroughly so no one else is left to cause trouble.
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Vikram M
Two AK-47s recovered. Shows the kind of firepower these elements are carrying. Imagine if they had reached a populated area. Our forces are doing a fantastic job securing our borders and interiors. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
"The hunt continues" - that's the spirit! There should be no let-up. For too long, these forest belts have been used as hideouts. Sustained operations like Trashi-I are the need of the hour. Stay safe, troops.
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Priya S
My heart goes out to the families of our soldiers who risk their lives every day in these mountains. We sleep peacefully because they are awake. Eternal gratitude. 🙏 Hope the media gives more coverage to such stories of valor.

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