An intense gunfight deep within the dense forests of Gadol, Anantnag, has entered its fifth day as security forces, including para commandos, engage in an endless battle with terrorists. Trained in jungle warfare, the militants strategically utilize the treacherous terrain and forest cover to outmaneuver and prolong the encounter. This article examines the ongoing faceoff, which has surpassed the 100-hour mark, as security forces face a new pattern of resistance in their fight against militants.
The long duration of this encounter signifies a worrisome shift in the militants ‘ modus operandi. By occupying tactically favorable positions in the forest, they effectively resist the security structure operating in Kashmir. Their ability to rely on the forest cover to remain elusive prolongs the engagement, placing greater strain on the forces involved. This change in strategy underscores the need for continuous adaptation by security forces to counter evolving militants tactics.
Three Army personnel, including the colonel and the major, and a deputy superintendent of the Jammu and Kashmir Police were killed in the gunfight with militants in the higher reaches of the Kokorenag area in the valley on Wednesday. On Friday, one more soldier, who went missing during a gunfight, lost his life
Colonel Manpreet Singh, commanding officer of the 19 Rashtriya Rifles unit of the Army, Major Ashish Dhonchak, Deputy Superintendent of Jammu and Kashmir Police Humayun Bhat, and a soldier were killed in an encounter with the militants at Gadole in the Kokernag area of the south Kashmir district on Wednesday morning.
Encounter still on day 5 more details to come.