In a heartbreaking turn of events in Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir, four police personnel were killed during an intense gun battle with terrorists, who were later neutralized by the security forces. The encounter began after the security forces received critical intelligence regarding the presence of a terror group in the area. An operation was quickly launched in the dense forest region of Kathua, known for its strategic location along the Pakistan border.
Upon encountering the militants, the security forces came under heavy fire. The terrorists, believed to be part of a larger militant outfit, fought back fiercely, making it difficult for the forces to make any swift progress. After several hours of intense combat, the forces successfully gunned down three militants. However, the cost of the operation was high, as four police officers lost their lives.
This operation has highlighted the ongoing threat posed by militant groups in the region, despite the sustained efforts of the Indian security forces to bring peace to Jammu & Kashmir. The martyred policemen are being mourned by their families, colleagues, and the wider community.
