Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Indian Army Intensifies Kashmir Operations Amid Snowfall
The Indian Army is working hard in the snowy mountains of Jammu and Kashmir, even though it's very cold and snowy.
They are searching for terrorists and making sure the area is safe.
Usually, during the coldest part of winter, called Chillai Kalan, there isn't much terrorist activity because the snow makes it hard to move around.
But this year, the Army is being very active and setting up temporary camps in the snow to keep an eye on things.
They are doing this to protect the people living near the border and to stop any terrorist attacks.
The Army is using special winter gear and working together to cover the snowy mountains and hidden caves.
Meanwhile, tourists are enjoying the snow in Gulmarg, celebrating the New Year with firecrackers and dancing.
Indian Army's Romeo Force is conducting intensified search and surveillance operations in the Pir Panjal ranges of Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir, amid heavy snowfall.
Operations are being carried out at altitudes above 13,000 feet despite extreme cold, heavy snowfall, and challenging terrain.
Army personnel are equipped with specialized winter gear and are conducting coordinated exercises to monitor suspected areas along the border.
Counterterrorism operations have also been intensified in the Kishtwar and Doda districts, with efforts to root out potential threats before winter fully sets in.
The Army has adopted a proactive winter posture, establishing temporary bases and surveillance posts in snow-covered areas to maintain continuous pressure on potential terrorist hideouts.
- Who
- Romeo Force of the Indian Army
- What
- Intensified search and surveillance operations amid heavy snowfall
- When
- During the Chillai Kalan period (December 21 to January 31)
- Where
- Pir Panjal ranges, Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Why
- To neutralize terrorists and ensure civilian safety along the border
- Location
- Pir Panjal ranges, Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Altitude
- Above 13,000 feet
- Conditions
- Heavy snowfall, extreme cold, challenging terrain
- Operations
- Search, surveillance, counterterrorism
- Additional Areas
- Kishtwar and Doda districts
- Seasonal Period
- Chillai Kalan (December 21 to January 31)
- Objective
- Neutralize terrorists, ensure civilian safety
Sources
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J-K: Mughal Road, SinthanTop Road shut due to heavy snowfall
At 13,000 Feet, Romeo Force Of Indian Army Intensifies Search Ops Amid Heavy Snowfall | WATCH
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Fresh snowfall ushers in New Year at Kashmir tourist hotspots
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