Encounter In Ganderbal, 1 Killed

RunWithRugs · 2026-04-03T01:41:34+00:00

An encounter in Ganderbal resulted in one terrorist's death during a search operation by the Army and police, initiated due to suspicious movements. The operation continues amid ongoing anti-terror efforts.

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2026-04-03 01:41:34

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(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer) ** Srinagar-** An overnight encounter in Ganderbal district ledt one terrorist dead, the Army said on Wednesday.
A cordon and search operation was launched by security forces on Tuesday night, in Arahama area of Gandebal district based on inputs of suspicious movement in the region.

Based on specific intelligence input, joint search operation was launched by the Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police in general area Arahama of Ganderbal, Srinagar-based Chinar Corps said in a post on X.

“During the search, vigilant troops observed suspicious activity. On being challenged, terrorists opened fire and own troops retaliated,” the Army said.

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The cordon was tactically reorganised amidst intermittent firing, the Army wrote, saying the troops effectively retaliated with calibrated response, resulting in elimination of one terrorist.

Officials said the anti-terror operation is in progress.

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