Gunfire Erupts in Kishtwar as Anti-Terror Operation Unfolds in Kashmir
KISHTWAR, Jammu & Kashmir — A tense anti-terror operation is underway in the Keshwan area of Kishtwar district, where Indian Army troops exchanged fire with militants Sunday afternoon, military officials said. The encounter began at approximately 1:00 p.m. local time, when alert units of the White Knight Corps, acting on intelligence, engaged suspected terrorists in a forested general area of Kishtwar.
According to statements released by the White Knight Corps, the troops “established contact with terrorists” and exchanged gunfire. The operation remains active, with no immediate word on casualties on either side.
The region, known for its steep terrain and dense woodlands, has long been a setting for counter-terrorism missions. Sunday’s clash reinforces the ongoing volatility in Kashmir, amid sharpened security operations and heightened alerts. Local authorities have cordoned off the affected area, restricting movement as operations continue.
Residents, from remote villages nearby, report hearing sustained bursts of gunfire echoing through the woods—short, sharp volleys that betray the seriousness of the confrontation. While the Army has yet to disclose whether any suspects have been neutralized or detained, the operation illustrates both the risks faced by security personnel and the persistence of militant elements in Kashmir.
As dusk falls, forces are consolidating their positions and advancing cautiously. Additional reinforcements are understood to be en route, according to military sources. More comprehensive updates—on casualties, identities, and outcomes—are expected once the operation concludes and assessments are complete.
