Archive · 31 Dec 2025
Security Forces Launch Search Operations in Kishtwar, Poonch
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir started looking for terrorists in the Kishtwar and Poonch areas.
They used drones and dogs to help them.
There are reports of two small groups of terrorists from Jaish-e-Mohammad hiding in the forests.
The soldiers are also checking cars on the main highway and making the border safer.
They are doing this because they think terrorists might try to cross the border.
The local guards are also helping to keep watch.
The weather is very cold, with lots of snow, but the soldiers are still working hard to keep everyone safe.
Security forces launched cordon and search operations in Kishtwar and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir.
Two groups of Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists, with 2-3 operatives each, are believed to be in the area.
Troops used drones, aerial surveillance, and sniffer dogs to track down the terrorists.
Vehicle checks were intensified along the Pathankot-Jammu-Srinagar national highway.
Border security was strengthened, and Village Defence Guards were activated along the Indo-Pak border.
- Who
- Security forces, including the Army's Romeo Force and local police
- What
- Launched cordon and search operations, intensified vehicle checks, and strengthened border security
- When
- Tuesday, December 30
- Where
- Kishtwar and Poonch districts, Jammu and Kashmir, along the Indo-Pak border
- Why
- To track down suspected terrorist movement and prevent possible infiltration
Security Forces
Terrorists
Security Measures
Security Forces
Security forces are conducting cordon and search operations using drones, aerial surveillance, and sniffer dogs to track down terrorists.
Terrorists
Terrorists are attempting to evade detection and possibly infiltrate the region.
Border Security
Security Forces
Border security has been strengthened with intensified vehicle checks and activation of Village Defence Guards.
Terrorists
Terrorists may be trying to exploit the harsh winter conditions to cross the border.
- Location
- Kishtwar and Poonch districts, Jammu and Kashmir
- Terrorist Groups
- Two groups of Jaish-e-Mohammad
- Operatives
- 2-3 per group
- Equipment Used
- Drones, aerial surveillance, sniffer dogs
- Additional Measures
- Vehicle checks, strengthened border security grid, activated Village Defence Guards
- Active Terrorists
- 132 (122 Pakistani nationals, 10 local)
- Weather Conditions
- Temperatures as low as -20°C, snow accumulation up to 4-5 feet
Sources
J-K: Forces launch search ops in Kishtwar, Poonch over reports of possible terrorist movement
Search in Kishtwar, Poonch over terrorist movement reports
Infiltration fears prompt heightened security along LoC during harsh Kashmir winter and New Years
Stepped-up searches, ban on VPN: Ahead of New Year, how J-K is gearing up to check terror activity
Snow, celebrations, and smiles: Kashmir Tourism shows strong signs of revival