Army Soldier Martyred in Kishtwar’s Chatroo Clash With Extremists

Kishtwar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 22 (ANI): A “Braveheart” of the Indian Army made the supreme sacrifice during an ongoing counter-terror operation in the Singhpora area of Chatroo in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, where a “fierce gunfight” is underway between security forces and radicals, Army officials confirmed on Thursday.

In an official statement on X, White Knight Corps said, “During the ongoing operation, the fierce gunfight continues. One of our brave hearts sustained grievous injuries in the exchange of fire and has passed away despite the best medical efforts. Operation is in progress.”

The encounter began in the early hours after security forces established contact with radicals in the Chatroo area. The Jammu and Kashmir Police also confirmed the exchange of fire in the area. “Exchange of fire started between security forces and extremists in the Singhpora area of Chatroo in Kishtwar,” the Jammu and Kashmir Police said in a brief statement.

Earlier, Army officials confirmed that additional troops have been deployed to the region to support the ongoing counter-terrorism operation, which aims to neutralize the hiding rioters.

Security forces have cordoned off the area and intensified search operations, with reinforcements ensuring that containment protocols are maintained.

Further details on the number of radicals involved and the current status of the operation are awaited.