Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Policeman Killed in Terrorist Attack in Anantnag
A policeman named Ashiq Hussain was killed in a terrorist attack in Anantnag.
The attack happened around 12:30 pm in the Lal Chowk area.
Security forces quickly went to the spot to help and stop the terrorists.
Ashiq Hussain was on duty for the Amarnath Yatra when he was attacked.
The terrorists opened fire on the police, and Ashiq Hussain was badly injured and died.
The reason for the attack is not known.
A policeman, Head Constable Ashiq Hussain, was killed in a terrorist attack in Anantnag.
The attack took place around 12:30 pm in the Lal Chowk area.
Security forces rushed to the spot to neutralize the threat and provide assistance.
Ashiq Hussain was on Amarnath Yatra duty at the time of the attack.
The motives behind the attack are unknown.
- Who
- Head Constable Ashiq Hussain and suspected terrorists
- What
- Terrorist attack resulting in the death of a policeman
- When
- Around 12:30 pm
- Where
- Lal Chowk area, Anantnag town
- Why
- Unknown motives behind the attack
Security Forces
Suspected Terrorists
Response to Attack
Security Forces
Security forces rushed to the spot to neutralize the threat and provide assistance.
Suspected Terrorists
Suspected terrorists opened fire on the police party, resulting in the death of a policeman.
- Location
- Lal Chowk area, Anantnag town
- Time of Attack
- Around 12:30 pm
- Victim
- Head Constable Ashiq Hussain
- Unit
- 3rd Battalion of the Indian Reserve Police (IRP)
- Duty
- Amarnath Yatra duty