Archive · 4 Sep 2026
One Terrorist Killed in Joint Budgam Forest Operation
Security forces searched a forest area in Budgam after receiving information about suspected terrorists.
The operation took place in Ashdar Gali near Doodhpathri.
The Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and Central Reserve Police Force took part.
Officials said the forces saw suspicious movement and challenged the suspected terrorists.
The suspected terrorists then fired at the forces, leading to a gunfight.
One terrorist was killed, and an AK rifle was recovered.
The person’s identity has not been confirmed.
Security forces continued searching for another suspected terrorist, or possibly one or two more, in the forest.
Authorities advised tourists to stay away from the nearby area until further notice.
One terrorist was killed during a joint security operation in Ashdar Gali, Budgam, on Friday.
The operation involved the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and Central Reserve Police Force.
Security forces acted on intelligence about suspected terrorist movement from Pakherpora toward Yousmarg.
Officials said the suspected terrorists opened fire after being challenged, triggering an exchange of gunfire.
An AK rifle and other war-like stores were recovered, while searches continued for one or more suspected terrorists.
- Who
- The Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and Central Reserve Police Force conducted the operation against suspected terrorists.
- What
- One terrorist was killed, an AK rifle and other war-like stores were recovered, and searches continued for additional suspected terrorists.
- When
- The operation began on Thursday and continued on Friday, September 4; the year was not specified.
- Where
- Ashdar Gali in the forested Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir; officials linked the suspected movement to a route from Pakherpora in Pulwama toward Yousmarg.
- Why
- The operation followed specific intelligence about the suspected movement or presence of terrorists in the area.
- Location
- Ashdar Gali, Budgam district, Jammu and Kashmir
- Operation name
- Operation Ashdar
- Participating forces
- Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and Central Reserve Police Force
- Reported outcome
- One terrorist killed
- Recovered items
- One AK rifle or AK-47 rifle and other war-like stores
- Search status
- Searches continued for another suspected terrorist; one report said one or two more could be hiding
- Identity
- The slain terrorist had not been identified
- Public advisory
- Tourists were advised to stay away from Doodhpathri until further notice
Sources
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