Gunfight in Kulgam: 3 Army Jawans and 1 Cop Injured
- Three Army personnel and one police officer were injured during a gunfight with terrorists in Kulgam district.
- The clash began when security forces launched an operation based on intelligence about terrorist activity.
- The ongoing violence in the region coincides with the first Assembly elections in a decade, raising security concerns.
On Saturday, a gunfight erupted in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, injuring three Army personnel and one police officer. The clash began when security forces initiated an operation in Adigam village based on intelligence regarding terrorist activities. During a house-to-house search, the terrorists opened fire, leading to a retaliatory response from the security forces. The encounter is ongoing, with two terrorists believed to be trapped in the area. The Kashmir Police Zone confirmed the situation via social media, indicating that police and security forces are actively engaged in the operation. This incident is part of a series of recent clashes in the region, highlighting the ongoing security challenges faced by law enforcement in Jammu and Kashmir. The area has seen increased violence as the region prepares for its first Assembly elections in a decade, with the final phase of voting scheduled for October 1. The situation remains tense as security forces work to neutralize the threat posed by the terrorists.