Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 23 (ANI): The Indian Army has eliminated two terrorists who attempted to infiltrate through the general area of Uri Nala’s Sarjeevan in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Wednesday, successfully foiling the infiltration attempt, according to an official statement.
The Chinar Corps of the Indian Army stated that troops in the area challenged the unidentified terrorists, leading to a heavy exchange of fire between the security personnel and the infiltrators. The gunfight resulted in the deaths of two terrorists.
A large cache of weapons, ammunition, and other war-like stores was recovered from the slain terrorists. The operation is ongoing.
“OP TIKKA, Baramulla: On 23 Apr 2025, approximately 2–3 unidentified terrorists tried to infiltrate through the general area Sarjeevan at Uri Nala, Baramulla. The alert troops on the Line of Control challenged and intercepted them, resulting in a firefight. Operation is in progress,” posted the Chinar Corps on social media platform X.
“Heavy exchange of fire between security forces and terrorists, two terrorists have been eliminated, infiltration bid foiled by the security forces in the ongoing operation. A large quantity of weapons, ammunition, and other war-like stores have been recovered from the terrorists. Operation is in progress,” the Chinar Corps added in an update.
This development follows closely on the heels of a gruesome terror attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam earlier on Wednesday. In response, security forces have launched multiple search operations to locate those responsible, and heightened security has been observed in the region. Visuals from Pahalgam show deserted streets in what is usually a bustling tourist destination.
In light of the heightened tensions, some tourists have chosen to cut their trips short. Sameer Bhardwaj, a tourist from Delhi who had plans to explore Pahalgam, said he would now be returning to the National Capital.
Meanwhile, several political parties, the traders’ union, and social organizations have called for a complete shutdown across the Kashmir Valley today. The move is intended to show solidarity with the victims’ families and to strongly condemn the attack.
The Pahalgam attack, which targeted tourists in the Anantnag district, has sparked widespread outrage across the country. Multiple political leaders have expressed their condemnation.
Residents across Jammu and Kashmir held candlelight marches in protest. Local gatherings took place in Baramulla, Srinagar, Poonch, and Kupwara, while Bajrang Dal workers staged a protest in Jammu.
In Khod village, located in the Akhoor area, locals also participated in a candlelight protest march condemning the Pahalgam terror attack. (ANI)
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