3 terrorists killed in Keran sector: Army

Kupwara, July 14: The Army successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Keran sector of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district, resulting in the killing of three terrorists.

The ongoing operation, named Operation Dhanush-II, commenced after the Army detected suspicious movements near the fence along the LoC.

The operation began on Sunday when troops observed suspicious activity and challenged the intruders. The terrorists responded with gunfire, prompting the soldiers to retaliate.

The ensuing encounter led to the killing of three infiltrators.

The Army has recovered weapons and other war-like stores from the site of the encounter.

Army said three terrorists have been killed in the ongoing anti-infiltration operation on the LoC in the Keran sector along with the recovery of weapons and other war-like stores. The operation is continuing.

“Operation Dhanush-II, KERAN Kupwara: Three terrorists have been eliminated in the ongoing anti-infiltration operation on the LoC in the Keran sector, along with recovery of weapons and other war-like stores. The operation is continuing #Kashmir @adgpi @NorthernComd_IA,” Chinar Corps - Indian Army posted on X.

The operation is still in progress as security forces continue to scour the area for any remaining threats.

The Army's vigilance and swift action have once again demonstrated their commitment to securing the LoC and preventing any infiltration attempts.

Earlier, on Saturday Army said that the infiltration bid had been foiled.

“Operation Dhanush-II, KERAN Kupwara: An Infiltration bid has been foiled today on the LoC in the Keran sector in Kupwara. Operations are in progress #Kashmir @adgpi @NorthernComd_IA,” it said in a post on X.

The Keran sector, located in the Kupwara district, has been a frequent site of infiltration attempts due to its challenging terrain and proximity to the LoC.

The Army's proactive operations in this region are crucial in deterring terrorist activities and ensuring the safety of the civilian population.

Further details about the identities of the slain terrorists and their affiliations are awaited as the operation continues.

The Army has reiterated its commitment to maintaining heightened alertness and readiness to tackle any such threats along the LoC.

This latest encounter is part of a series of anti-infiltration operations conducted by the Army in Kashmir, aimed at curbing the infiltration of terrorists from across the border and ensuring the security of the nation’s frontiers.