Two terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces after they opened fire in Saida Sukhal village near the International Border (IB) in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday night. The terrorists had targeted the village, resulting in one civilian being injured. Security forces launched a search operation, during which the two terrorists were neutralized.
Among the items recovered from the slain terrorists were several Pakistan-made goods, indicating their cross-border origin. The detailed seizure report from the Kathua attack includes:
### Weapons:
- 1 M4 carbine
- 1 AK-47
### Ammunition:
- 3 magazines containing 30 rounds each
- 1 magazine with 24 rounds
- 75 rounds in separate polythene bags
### Explosives:
- 3 live grenades
### Currency:
- Rs 1 lakh (200 notes of Rs 500 denomination)
### Eatables:
- Pakistan-made chocolates
- Dry chana
- Stale chapatis
### Medical Supplies:
- Pakistan-made medicines and injections (painkillers)
- 1 syringe
### Miscellaneous Items:
- 2 packs of A4 batteries
- 1 handset wrapped in tape with an antenna and 2 wires hanging from it
Anand Jain, the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Jammu, stated that the operation had not been called off as there may be more terrorists hiding in the area. The security forces remain vigilant and continue their search operations.
Over the past three days, at least four terror attacks have occurred in the Reasi, Kathua, and Doda districts of Jammu and Kashmir. These attacks have resulted in the deaths of 11 individuals, including a CRPF jawan and two terrorists. Ongoing search and combing operations are being conducted in the Poonch, Rajouri, and Reasi districts.
### Alert Advisory:
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have issued an "alert advisory" in the Jammu region, which is usually peaceful. Residents have been urged to stay vigilant regarding the movement of suspicious individuals and objects. Police vehicles equipped with loudspeakers have made announcements in the Akhnoor and Jammu areas, encouraging people to remain alert and report any suspicious activities or objects.
