Army neutralises top Lashkar commander, 2 other terrorists in J&K encounters
In a significant counter-terrorism operation, the Indian Army successfully neutralised two terrorists at Halkan Gali in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, according to a defence spokesperson.
PTC News Desk: In a significant counter-terrorism operation, the Indian Army successfully neutralised two terrorists at Halkan Gali in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, according to a defence spokesperson.
Security personnel were tracking the terror group's activities for more than a month, based on specific intelligence, according to the spokesperson.
These terrorists were behind several attacks, including the October 8 attack on Rifleman Hilal Ahmad Bhat of the 162 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army), as well as previous incidents in Halan, Bijbiara, and Shangus.
Security forces saw suspicious movement at 11.45 a.m. on Saturday and confronted the terrorists, who opened fire.
"Our forces effectively retaliated, neutralising both terrorists. A large cache of arms and war-like stores were recovered," the spokesperson added.
"The success of this operation is attributed to the invaluable support and cooperation from the people of Anantnag and Kulgam, who provided crucial information and facilitated the operation."
A senior army official stated that people's participation and collaboration with security personnel reflected a shared commitment to establishing peace in Kashmir.
This operation underlined the security forces' relentless efforts to combat terrorism and ensure regional security, according to the officer, who added that the elimination of this terrorist outfit would have a substantial influence on terror groups' capabilities in the area.