Intense Search Operation in Poonch After Brief Encounter

Security forces launched a major search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch border district following a brief encounter with terrorists in the Dodi forest area. The encounter led to the busting of a makeshift hideout and recovery of an AK rifle. Efforts are ongoing to track down the militants.

Security forces have initiated an extensive search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch border district after a brief but significant encounter with terrorists, according to officials on Friday.

Acting on specific information, the forces engaged with terrorists in the Dodi forest area on Thursday night. The short-lived encounter resulted in the discovery of a makeshift hideout and an AK rifle, officials reported.

Subsequently, a larger search operation has been launched to locate and apprehend the militants in the area, officials added.

(With inputs from agencies.)