The Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police on Friday said the security forces won't rest until militancy sponsored by Pakistan is stopped. The statement came after a fierce encounter in the Kathua district, which resulted in the killing of four policemen and injuries to seven others, including a deputy superintendent and two soldiers.
According to DGP Nalin Prabhat, the operation was launched after intelligence reports indicated the presence of militants in the area.
A police team, supported by security forces, launched a search operation when militants opened fire, leading to a prolonged gun battle.
I bow to the valorous martyrs of J&K Police, who laid down their lives for our motherland. My deepest condolences to their families. In ongoing Kathua encounter several terrorists were neutralised. J&K Police & Security Forces are on the job. Operation in progress.
— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) March 28, 2025
“As soon as our forces reached the location, they came under heavy fire from the militants who had taken a strategically advantageous position. Despite the difficult terrain, our personnel fought bravely,” Prabhat said.
He said during the encounter, four police personnel made the ultimate sacrifice, while seven others, including a deputy superintendent of police and two soldiers, sustained injuries.
“Our primary objective was to neutralize the militants and prevent further casualties. The area was swiftly cordoned off, and reinforcements were deployed to ensure a decisive operation,” Prabhat said.
He said security forces are conducting combing operations to track down any remaining militants.
“The operation is still active, and we are committed to ensuring that those responsible are neutralised. Our forces, including the Indian Army, CRPF, and Special Operations Group (SOG), are working in coordination to eliminate the threat,” the DHP said.
The encounter marks a significant challenge in the ongoing fight against militancy in Jammu and Kashmir.
This is after a long time that police in Jammu have lost four of its personnel in an encounter.
