Gunfight in Kokernag Claims Soldiers and Civilian

Security forces intensified operations in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district following a fierce encounter with terrorists that resulted in the deaths of two soldiers, Havildar Dipak Kumar Yadav and Lance Naik Praveen Sharma, and one civilian, with several others injured. The clash began during a cordon and search operation in the Ahlan Gadole area, driven by specific intelligence reports. The Indian Army, along with Jammu and Kashmir Police and CRPF, is actively involved in the ongoing mission despite challenging terrain and communication issues. Army Chief Gen. Upendra Dwivedi and other officials have paid tribute to the fallen soldiers. Additional troops have been deployed to eliminate the remaining terrorists, believed to be three to four in number. The operation continues amid heightened security challenges in the region.