A fierce gunfight erupted in the early hours of Thursday in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, leaving two soldiers wounded as security forces engaged hiding terrorists in a remote forest village.
Terrorists Ambush Security Camp in Predawn Attack
The encounter unfolded in the village of Jaddan Bata, Kastigarh area, around 2:00 am. Terrorists launched a surprise attack on a temporary security camp set up in a government school for ongoing search operations. The ensuing firefight resulted in injuries to two soldiers.
Intensifying Counter-Terrorism Operations in Doda
This latest encounter marks the third such incident in the district within three days, highlighting the escalating security challenges in the region. On Monday, four security personnel tragically lost their lives in a militant attack in Doda’s Dessa area. Additionally, village defense groups engaged in a firefight with terrorists on Tuesday.
Surge in Militant Activity Fuels Security Concerns
The recent surge in militant activity has raised alarm bells in the Jammu province, with 24 fatalities in the past two months alone, including 10 security personnel. This has prompted intensified search operations and counter-terrorism measures in the region.
Massive Search Operation and Previous Encounters
Following the killing of four army personnel, including a captain, in a firefight earlier this week, a massive search operation has been launched in Desa and surrounding forest areas. This ongoing operation witnessed brief exchanges of fire in Desa forests on Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
Doda’s Resurgence of Militancy
Once considered cleared of terrorism in 2005, Doda district has experienced a troubling resurgence of militant attacks since June 12. These attacks have included a terror incident in Chattergala pass, a firefight in Gandoh, and an encounter in Ghadi Bhagwah forest on July 9.
Rising Toll of Terror Attacks in Jammu Province
The region has witnessed a grim tally of 27 deaths this year, comprising 11 security personnel, a village defense guard, and five terrorists, in nearly a dozen terror attacks across six districts of Jammu province. Among the victims were seven pilgrims returning from Shiv Khori temple in Reasi district on June 9.
Summary
Two soldiers were injured in a fierce gunfight with terrorists in J&K’s Doda district. The encounter occurred in the village of Jaddan Bata, Kastigarh area, around 2:00 am when terrorists attacked a temporary security camp. This is the third encounter in the district within three days, highlighting the escalating security challenges in the region. A massive search operation has been launched, and the region has witnessed a resurgence of militant attacks since June 12.
Key Points
- Two soldiers were wounded in a gunfight with terrorists in J&K’s Doda district.
- The encounter occurred in Jaddan Bata village around 2:00 am.
- Terrorists attacked a temporary security camp set up in a government school.
- This is the third encounter in the district within three days.
- A massive search operation has been launched in the region.
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