Major Encounter Erupts in Kishtwar: Jaish-e-Mohammad Commander Reported Trapped

KISHTWAR, JAMMU & KASHMIR Feb 22 – A fierce gunfight broke out between security forces and terrorists in the Kishtwar district early this morning.

Acting on specific intelligence regarding the presence of insurgents in the area, a joint team of the Indian Army, CRPF and Jammu & Kashmir Police launched a coordinated search operation.

As the forces closed in on a suspected hideout, the trapped terrorists opened fire, triggering a high-stakes encounter.

According to preliminary sources, Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) commander is believed to be among those pinned down by the security cordon.

Security forces have tightened the perimeter around the encounter site to prevent any escape attempts.

While the exchange of fire remains intense, authorities have not yet officially confirmed . This operation marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts to neutralize high-ranking terror leadership in the region.