Security Forces Engage Terrorists in Encounter in J&K's Shopian
An encounter erupted between security forces and terrorists in the Shukroo Keller area of Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. Acting on specific intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists, security personnel initiated a cordon and search operation. The operation escalated into a gunfight, with details on casualties or arrests awaited as the situation unfolds.
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The terrorists involved were members of the Lashkar-e-Taiba group. At least three were killed in the operation, with one identified as a local resident named Shahid. The others are believed to be Pakistan-backed militants.
Shopian district has been a hotspot for militancy and encounters between security forces and militants. The area has seen repeated gunfights due to its strategic location and ongoing contest for control between security forces and militant groups.
Operation Keller was a search and destroy mission launched by the Indian Army after receiving specific intelligence about the presence of terrorists in the Shukroo Keller area. The operation led to the elimination of three Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists and aimed to prevent further attacks.
Authorities displayed 'Terror Free Kashmir' posters of key Pakistan-backed terrorists believed responsible for previous attacks and announced a reward for credible information. The public response in Shopian often reflects heightened security concerns and fear due to the frequent clashes in the area.