Posted by New Delhi: A clash erupted between militants and security forces in the Nowpora area of Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday. Confirming the incident, a senior police official disclosed that intelligence had alerted them to the presence of two militants.
Subsequently, a joint operation involving the army and CRPF was launched, based on information provided by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. The encounter ensued when the militants initiated gunfire upon the search party, triggering a response from the security forces, the official stated.
“As nightfall approaches, additional reinforcements have been dispatched to the area. Anticipating the advantage darkness could provide to the militants, measures such as deploying large searchlights and sealing entry and exit points have been implemented,” he added. It was reported that a civilian sustained injuries from gunfire during the encounter. During the operation, security forces successfully recovered a pistol along with other war-like stores.
Security beefed up
Security measures are expected to intensify in Sopore, Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory, following recent clashes between security forces and militants in the Nowpora area. Additional security personnel are being deployed, and authorities may implement security cordons and traffic diversions near the incident site soon. Enhanced measures, including temporary restrictions on movement, telecommunications, and mobile internet services, could be implemented in response to potential escalation of violence. Further clashes cannot be ruled out.
Gunfight between Maoists and security forces
Police reported that in Odisha’s Boudh district, there was a gunfight between Maoists and security forces early Thursday, resulting in the death of at least two Maoists. The clash occurred in Parhel reserve forest under Kantamal Police Station limits, involving Odisha’s elite Special Operation Group (SOG). A senior officer mentioned that two Maoist bodies, along with weapons, grenades, and other items, were found at the site. The operation continued into Thursday morning.