Intense Search Operation Underway After Gunfight in Rajouri District, Jammu & Kashmir

Security forces are conducting a search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district following a gunfight with terrorists on August 28. The operation, which began at 9:30 pm in Kheri Mohra Lathi and Danthal areas, saw an exchange of fire at 11:45 pm. More details to follow.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 29-08-2024 09:57 IST | Created: 29-08-2024 09:57 IST
Intense Search Operation Underway After Gunfight in Rajouri District, Jammu & Kashmir
Security personnel during a search operation in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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A search operation is underway in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir following an exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces on August 28, officials said. The search was launched around 9:30 pm in the general area of village Kheri Mohra Lathi and Danthal.

During the operation, security forces established contact with the terrorists at approximately 11:45 pm, leading to an exchange of gunfire near the Kheri Mohra area, according to the Jammu and Kashmir police. Details about the encounter were still forthcoming.

Security forces are now intensively combing the area to track down any remaining threats. Residents are advised to stay indoors as the operation continues. Updates are awaited.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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