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Army Commando Dies in Kishtwar Operation
A brave soldier named Havildar Gajendra Singh was hurt while fighting against bad people in a forest in Kishtwar.
He was taken to the hospital, but he didn't survive.
The army and local people helped him, and they are very sad about what happened.
The army is now trying to find the bad people who hurt him.
The army found a hideout with food and cooking stuff, which is worrying because it means the bad people might stay hidden for a long time.
The army is using drones and helicopters to find them, but the forest is very thick and makes it hard.
Havildar Gajendra Singh of the Special Forces was critically injured during a counter-terrorism operation in Chhatru, Kishtwar.
He succumbed to his injuries on 19 January 2026.
The Army’s White Knight Corps paid tribute to his courage and sacrifice.
Eight soldiers, including Havildar Gajendra Singh, were injured when militants lobbed a grenade.
The army is intensifying its hunt for the terrorists involved, using drones and helicopters, but the rugged terrain and thick vegetation pose challenges.
- Who
- Havildar Gajendra Singh, a soldier in the Indian Army's Special Forces
- What
- A counter-terrorism operation in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the death of Havildar Gajendra Singh
- Where
- Chhatru, Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir
- When
- 19 January 2026
- Why
- To counter terrorist activities in the region
Key facts
- Name
- Havildar Gajendra Singh
- Unit
- Special Forces
- Date of Incident
- 19 January 2026
- Location
- Chhatru, Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir
- Operation Type
- Counter-terrorism
- Operation Name
- Operation Trashi I
- Number of Injured Soldiers
- Eight (unofficially reported)
- Forces Involved
- White Knight Corps, Jammu and Kashmir Police, CRPF
Timeline
Terrorists ambushed security forces in Kishtwar's forests.
Then, a fierce gun battle ensued.
In the clash, Havildar Gajendra Singh fell, making the ultimate sacrifice.
The brave soldier lost his life while engaging terrorists.
Quotes
Indian Army
The official social media account of the Indian Army
“"The #GOC, White Knight Corps and all ranks pay solemn tribute to Havildar Gajendra Singh of the Special Forces, who made the supreme sacrifice while gallantly executing a Counter Terrorism operation in the Singpura area during the ongoing Operation TRASHI-I on the night of 18 Jan 2026."”
thestatesman.com
“"We honour his indomitable courage, valour and selfless devotion to duty and stand firmly with the bereaved family in this hour of profound grief."”
thestatesman.com
White Knight Corps
The official Twitter account of the White Knight Corps of the Indian Army
“Havildar Gajendra Singh made the supreme sacrifice while gallantly executing a Counter Terrorism operation in the Singpura area during the ongoing Operation TRASHI-I on the intervening night of 18-19 Jan 2026.”
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Sources
Jammu encounter update special forces commando dies in Kishtwar operation Trashi I - Telegraph India
Army Havildar Killed In Kishtwar, Hunt For Terrorists Intensifies
Kishtwar encounter enters Day 3 as security forces trap 2-3 terrorists in Chatroo forest; Havildar martyred
Jammu and Kashmir: Army havildar killed in gunfight with suspected militants in Kishtwar
Kishtwar gunfight: Indian Army paratrooper critically injured in Operation TRASHI-I succumbs
Terror Hideout Busted in Kishtwar as Operation Trashi-I Continues: Ghee, Ration, Gas Cylinder Seized
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