Srinagar: Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel sustained injuries in a militant attack on a checkpoint in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. The incident occurred around 2:15 PM when unidentified assailants, reportedly on a motorcycle, opened fire on the security personnel deployed at a naka (checkpoint) in Mirabazar area of Kulgam.
Information was available with The Chenab Times that the militants fled the scene immediately after the attack. The injured personnel were promptly shifted to a hospital in the neighbouring Anantnag district for medical treatment. While initial reports indicated varying casualty figures, with some suggesting two critically injured, official statements confirmed three personnel sustained injuries.
Following the attack, security forces rushed to the location and initiated a cordon and search operation to apprehend the assailants. Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) were also deployed to the area. The Jammu and Kashmir police and other security agencies have launched a full-scale investigation into the incident to identify the attackers and determine the motive behind the assault.
This incident is part of a series of security challenges in the region. The area has been a focal point for militant activity, with security forces consistently engaged in counter-insurgency operations. Security has been heightened across Kulgam and surrounding districts following the attack, as authorities work to ensure the safety of civilians and security personnel.
The attack highlights the persistent threat posed by militants operating in the Kashmir Valley. Security agencies are working to gather intelligence and enhance security protocols to prevent future occurrences. The ongoing investigation aims to shed light on the modus operandi of the militants involved and their network within the region.
The Chenab Times News Desk
