An encounter between security forces and terrorists is currently underway in the Shukroo Keller area of Shopian district in South Kashmir. According to official sources, two to three terrorists are believed to be trapped in the dense forest region, and intermittent gunfire has been reported from the site.
The encounter began during a joint cordon-and-search operation launched by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police in the early hours of the morning. The operation was initiated based on specific intelligence inputs about the presence of militants in the Keller forest area. As the security personnel began closing in on the suspected hideout, the terrorists opened fire, triggering a fierce gunbattle.
The area has been completely cordoned off, and reinforcements have been rushed in to prevent the escape of the holed-up terrorists. Drone surveillance and other high-tech equipment are being used to monitor their movements and ensure the safety of the troops involved in the operation.
Local residents have been advised to stay indoors as a precautionary measure, and mobile internet services have been suspended in the vicinity to prevent the spread of misinformation and maintain law and order.
Shopian has been a sensitive region in South Kashmir and has witnessed frequent encounters between security forces and militants. Today’s operation is part of a broader counterterrorism effort to eliminate remaining militant presence in the region.
As of now, no casualties have been officially confirmed on either side. The operation remains ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the situation unfolds. Security forces remain on high alert, and the encounter is being closely monitored by senior officials.
