In a dramatic turn of events, the serene region of Kokernag in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district has become the epicenter of a high-stakes encounter between militants and security forces, entering its sixth day as of Monday. This protracted standoff has garnered widespread attention as the operation to flush out militants continues relentlessly in the challenging terrain of the Gadole forest area.
The relentless clash, which commenced over 100 hours ago, has claimed the lives of three security personnel, leaving a nation in mourning. Among the fallen are the Commanding Officer of the 19 Rashtriya Rifles, Colonel Manpreet Singh, Major Ashish Dhonchak, and Deputy Superintendent of Jammu and Kashmir Police, Humayun Bhat.
As the battle rages on, security forces have made a grim discovery in the midst of the hilly forest. A charred body was recovered from the encounter zone, shrouded in the fog of uncertainty as its identity remains unconfirmed. The search operation, marked by its sheer complexity and determination, is relentless in its quest for answers.
The encounter zone, situated within the rugged confines of the Gadole forest, has presented a formidable challenge for the security forces. The terrain’s dense foliage and unforgiving geography have made the task of flushing out militants a formidable one.
The Chenab Times News Desk