Safety forces through the encounter with terrorists in Khanyar
Srinagar/New Delhi:
The Indian Military efficiently neutralised two terrorists within the common space of Halkan Gali in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag in a big counter-terrorism operation, a defence spokesperson stated right now.
Performing on particular intelligence, safety forces had been monitoring the fear group’s actions for over a month, the spokesperson stated.
These terrorists have been answerable for a number of assaults, together with the focusing on of Rifleman Hilal Ahmad Bhat of 162 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Military) on October 8 and former incidents in Halan, Bijbiara and Shangus.
The safety forces noticed suspicious motion at 11.45 am on Saturday and challenged the terrorists, who opened hearth.
“Our forces successfully retaliated, neutralising each terrorists. A big cache of arms and war-like shops have been recovered,” the spokesperson stated.
“The success of this operation is attributed to the invaluable assist and cooperation from the folks of Anantnag and Kulgam, who offered essential info and facilitated the operation,” the spokesperson stated.
A senior military officer stated folks’s participation and coordination with safety forces demonstrated collective dedication to determine peace in Kashmir.
This operation highlighted the relentless efforts of the safety forces to fight terrorism and guarantee regional safety, the officer stated, including the elimination of this terrorist group will considerably affect terror teams’ capabilities within the space.
The Indian Military stays dedicated to upholding peace and stability within the area, and thru operations like Halkan Gali, the military demonstrates its unwavering resolve to guard residents and fight terrorism, the spokesperson stated.
One of many terrorists among the many three who have been neutralised in separate encounters was a prime Pakistani commander of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) outfit.
The LeT commander, recognized as Usman, had been energetic in Kashmir valley for a number of years and was additionally concerned within the killing of inspector Masroor Wani, a senior police officer stated. Mr Wani was shot useless from shut vary whereas he was taking part in cricket in Eidgah floor in October final yr.
With Usman neutralised, the military has dealt a “main blow” to the LeT in Jammu and Kashmir. “Usman was the senior-most Pakistani LeT commander right here,” the officer stated.
Inspector Basic of Police (IGP) of Kashmir Zone, Vidhi Kumar Birdi, on Saturday visited 4 paramilitary personnel who have been injured within the Khanyar gunfight. He assured them of full assist all through their restoration.