Security forces recover huge cache of arms, ammunition from slain terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar

IANS April 13, 2025 188 views

Security forces have successfully conducted a major anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, eliminating three terrorists including a top Jaish-e-Mohammad commander. The operation resulted in the recovery of significant arms and ammunition, demonstrating the effectiveness of intelligence-backed military actions. This encounter follows a recent terrorist infiltration incident near the international border where four policemen were martyred. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has emphasized a zero-tolerance approach to terrorism, particularly in the Jammu division.

"The joint forces recovered 1 M4 Rifle, 2 AK 47 Rifles, 11 Magazines, 65 Bullets" - Security Forces Official
Jammu, April 13: The joint security forces have recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from the three terrorists killed during the three-day anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district.

Key Points

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Joint operation targets terrorists in Chatroo area of Kishtwar district

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Top JeM commander Saifullah killed in encounter

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High-level security review led by Amit Shah focuses on terrorism eradication

Officials said, “The joint forces recovered 1 M4 Rifle, 2 AK 47 Rifles, 11 Magazines, 65 Bullets M4 and 56 bullets AK 47 along with caps, medicines, first aid material and socks. This is the arms and ammunition that was recovered from three terrorists killed by the Army in the Chattroo Naidgam Kishtwar encounter on Saturday.”

The security forces had started an intelligence-backed operation in the Chatroo area of the Kishtwar district.

On the second day of the operation, one terrorist was killed, while on the third day, two more terrorists were killed, including the top commander of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) outfit, Saifullah.

It must be recalled that on March 23, five terrorists were spotted in the Sanyal village of the Kathua district. The village is only 4 km away from the International Border.

It was believed that these five terrorists had infiltrated into the Indian side of the border.

A police team immediately reached Sanyal village, from where the terrorists escaped to Safiyan Jakhole village, where an encounter occurred between the police team and the terrorists.

Two terrorists were killed in that encounter, while four policemen were martyred.

Deputy SP (Border) was among the three injured policemen in that encounter. Immediately after the incident, joint forces started a ‘seek and destroy’ operation in the area.

The anti-terrorist operation was extended to higher reaches of the Kathua and Rajouri districts.

The forces started two more operations in the Udhampur and Kishtwar districts. While the Udhampur operation is still going on, three terrorists were killed in the Kishtwar operation.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security review meeting in Srinagar on April 8.

The meeting was attended by J&K Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha, Union Home Secretary, Director Intelligence Bureau, Chief of Army, GoCs of all the corps in J&K, chiefs of paramilitary forces, state DGP and heads of local intelligence agencies.

HM Amit Shah gave orders at the security review meeting to eradicate terrorism completely from the union territory and ensure zero tolerance for terrorism with a special focus on the Jammu division.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Great job by our security forces! 👏 These operations are crucial for maintaining peace in J&K. The recovery of such a large cache shows how well-prepared these terrorists were. Stay strong, our brave soldiers!
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the security forces' efforts, I wish we'd see more focus on preventing infiltration in the first place. The article mentions they believed these terrorists had recently crossed the border - that's concerning.
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Amit S.
The recovery of M4 rifles is particularly worrying. These are sophisticated weapons that point to foreign support. Our forces are doing incredible work under difficult conditions. Salute to their bravery!
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Sunita R.
Heartbreaking to read about the martyred policemen 😔 Their sacrifice won't be forgotten. The operation seems well-coordinated between different forces - that's how we'll win this fight against terrorism.
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Vikram J.
Interesting that they recovered everyday items like socks and medicines along with weapons. Shows these terrorists were planning for long operations. Good intelligence work to track them down!
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Neha T.
The high-level security meeting shows the government is taking this seriously. Zero tolerance is the right approach. Hope they can cut off the funding and support networks behind these terrorists too.

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