Gunfight in J&K’s Udhampur: Jaish Terrorists Trapped as Multi-Agency Operation Intensifies

A fierce encounter broke out in the Jopher area of Ramnagar in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Tuesday after security forces engaged suspected militants linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed. Officials said the gunfight began during a hot pursuit operation based on specific intelligence inputs about terrorist movement in the region.

According to initial reports, at least two terrorists are believed to be trapped at the encounter site. Security agencies quickly cordoned off the area after establishing contact with the militants, launching a coordinated operation involving the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and other security units.

Sources indicated that the operation was triggered after surveillance teams received credible information suggesting the presence of militants in the forested terrain of Ramnagar. As search teams advanced through the area, an exchange of gunfire erupted, prompting reinforcements to be rushed to the location. Officials confirmed that additional personnel were deployed to strengthen the cordon and prevent any escape attempts.

Security forces have sealed all entry and exit routes around the encounter zone, while aerial and ground monitoring continues to track movement within the area. The terrain, marked by dense vegetation and hilly stretches, is believed to pose operational challenges, requiring a carefully coordinated approach by the forces on the ground.

Authorities have advised residents in nearby villages to remain indoors and avoid the encounter site until the operation concludes. While no casualties have been officially confirmed so far, the situation remains fluid, and security agencies are maintaining heightened alertness across surrounding districts.

The incident comes amid ongoing efforts to curb militant activity in the region, with intelligence agencies intensifying surveillance and preventive measures. Officials say such joint operations highlight the growing coordination between local police and national security forces in tackling terror threats.

As the operation continues, security personnel are conducting thorough sweeps of the area to ensure that no militants slip through the security net. Updates are expected as forces move deeper into the suspected hideouts and assess the ground situation.