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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a crucial security meeting in Srinagar. This high-level review comes amid an ongoing anti-terrorist operation in the Seoj Dhar region. Security forces established contact with a group of terrorists based on specific intelligence. The joint operation involves the Army and police's Special Operations Group.

Key Points: LG Manoj Sinha Reviews J-K Security After Seoj Dhar Encounter

  • Unified HQ meeting attended by Army Northern Commander and DGP to review security
  • Encounter initiated by White Knight Corps troops after establishing contact with terrorists
  • Joint teams of Army and SOG-JKP conducting operations in Seoj Dhar area
  • Aerial surveillance with choppers and drones deployed as reinforcements rushed to spot
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J-K: LG Manoj Sinha chairs meeting of Unified Headquarters at Raj Bhavan, reviews security situation

J&K LG Manoj Sinha chairs Unified HQ meeting to assess security after an ongoing encounter in Seoj Dhar where troops engaged terrorists.

"On actionable intelligence, contact established with terrorists at Seoj Dhar. Encounter in progress. - IGP Jammu Anand Jain"

Srinagar, September 26

Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha on Friday chaired a meeting of the Unified Headquarters at Srinagar's Raj Bhavan to review the security situation in the region.

The meeting was attended by the Army's Northern Commander, Director General of Police (DGP), Chief Secretary and other top officials.

Earlier, security was tightened in Udhampur, especially along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway after an encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Seoj Dhar area, officials said.

The Seoj Dhar region, located on the Doda-Udhampur border, was the site of an encounter between security forces and terrorists that had been underway from yesterday evening. A day earlier, an encounter broke out in the Seoj Dhar area, located on the boundary between Bhaderwah and Udhampur districts in Jammu and Kashmir.

According to officials, the encounter broke out around 8 p.m. when alert troops of the White Knight Corps established contact with a group of terrorists in the region.

In a post on X, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Jammu, Anand Jain, said, "On actionable intelligence, contact established with terrorists at Seoj Dhar. Encounter in progress. Joint teams of SOG-JKP and the Indian Army on the ground."

Police confirmed that terrorists were spotted in the Seoj Dhar area, following which the Special Operations Group joined the Army to flush them out.

The Army spokesperson said an exchange of fire took place with the hiding terrorists, leaving one soldier injured.

Additional reinforcements were rushed to the spot, while choppers and drones were also deployed to maintain aerial surveillance.

Intelligence inputs suggest that two to three Pakistani terrorists may be trapped in the area. The operations are still underway, said officials.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the security review, I wish the administration would also focus on development projects with equal urgency. Security alone won't solve J&K's problems. We need jobs and infrastructure too.
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Aditya G
The use of drones and choppers shows how our forces are adapting modern technology. Salute to our brave soldiers who risk their lives daily to keep us safe! Jai Hind 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
As someone who visited Kashmir last year, it's heartbreaking to see such beautiful places become conflict zones. Hope peace returns soon so tourism can flourish again.
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Karthik V
The mention of "Pakistani terrorists" is concerning. We need stronger border security to prevent infiltration. Our forces are doing their best, but the source needs to be plugged permanently.
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Michael C
The coordination between different security agencies seems impressive. Hope they successfully neutralize the threat without civilian casualties. Safety of local residents should be top priority.

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