Kathua Operation Ongoing; More Militants Trapped in Forest Area

The total death toll since March 28 has potentially risen to four police personnel and three militants, while officials report that three more militants remain in hiding.

Security Forces Struggle to Contact Holed-Up Militants in Kathua Operation

Security forces were unable to establish contact with the militants hiding in the Juthana Safan forest area of Kathua district on Friday, March 28, 2025. The intense standoff, which has stretched over multiple days, continues as forces attempt to flush out the remaining insurgents.

Officials have indicated that an additional police officer and a militant may have been killed at the encounter site, though confirmation is still pending. If verified, this would bring the total fatalities since Thursday, March 27, to four police personnel and three militants.

The dense forest terrain has made the operation particularly challenging, with security forces facing difficulties in tracking and engaging the militants. Reinforcements have been deployed, and aerial surveillance is being utilized to monitor movement within the area.

The situation remains tense as security agencies work meticulously to neutralize the remaining militants while minimizing further casualties. Authorities have urged residents in nearby villages to remain indoors and report any suspicious activity as the operation continues.