2 Soldiers Killed, 2 Injured in Gunfight with Terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar

Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir, September 14, 2024 – In a tragic incident, two Indian Army soldiers were killed, and two others sustained injuries during a gunfight with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Friday night. The encounter took place in a remote area where security forces had launched a search operation based on intelligence inputs about the presence of heavily armed terrorists. According to officials, the operation turned deadly when the security personnel came under heavy fire from the militants. Despite the difficult terrain and adverse weather conditions, the soldiers bravely retaliated, leading to a fierce exchange of gunfire. Loss of Bravehearts Two soldiers succumbed to their injuries during the encounter, while two others were evacuated to a nearby military hospital for treatment. The names of the fallen soldiers have not yet been released, as the Army is in the process of informing their families. The injured soldiers are reported to be stable, but their condition is being closely monitored. Anti-Terror Operations Continue Following the gunfight, the area has been cordoned off, and additional forces have been deployed to prevent the militants from escaping. The operation is ongoing, with security forces combing the dense forested region in search of the remaining terrorists. Senior Army and police officials are on the ground overseeing the operation. The Kishtwar district, though relatively less volatile than other parts of the Kashmir Valley, has witnessed a rise in terrorist activity in recent months. Security forces have intensified counter-terrorism operations in the area to eliminate these threats. Government's Response In response to the attack, the Jammu and Kashmir administration expressed condolences to the families of the soldiers who laid down their lives in the line of duty. "We salute the courage and sacrifice of our brave soldiers. The perpetrators of this act will not go unpunished," a senior government official stated. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tribute to the fallen soldiers, saying, "India will forever be grateful to our brave soldiers for their supreme sacrifice in safeguarding the nation." For more updates on security, defense, and national events, keep following Chithsukhi