On Monday, tragedy struck as four Indian Army soldiers, among them a Major, lost their lives in a fierce encounter with terrorists in the rugged terrain of Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir.
New Delhi: On Monday, tragedy struck as four Indian Army soldiers, including an officer, lost their lives in a confrontation with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district. This incident brings the total number of Army personnel killed in the Jammu region over the past 32 months to 48.
What prompted the encounter in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, leading to the loss of four Indian Army soldiers?
According to officials, the confrontation began when a coordinated operation by the Indian Army and the Jammu and Kashmir Police commenced in the Desa area of Doda. The operation was based on precise intelligence indicating the presence of terrorists.
“Contact with terrorists was initiated around 9 pm, leading to a fierce exchange of gunfire,” stated the Army’s 16 Corps on X on Monday night.
On July 8, 2024, tragedy struck as five Army personnel lost their lives and five others sustained injuries in a terrorist assault on a military convoy in Kathua district.
June 11-12, 2024 witnessed twin attacks that resulted in injuries to six soldiers.
On June 9, 2024, a tragic incident unfolded in Reasi as nine people lost their lives and 33 others were injured when terrorists attacked a bus carrying pilgrims, causing it to plunge into a gorge.
May 4, 2024, marked a solemn day as one soldier from the Indian Air Force was martyred and five others were wounded in Poonch district during a terrorist ambush that targeted two vehicles, including one belonging to the IAF.
December 21, 2023 marked a tragic day as four soldiers were killed in action.
In November 2023, the nation mourned the loss of five soldiers, including two captains, who were killed in action.
During April-May 2023, ten soldiers bravely gave their lives in twin attacks.
May 2022 witnessed a devastating attack in Katra, resulting in the deaths of four individuals after a pilgrim bus was targeted.
In December 2021, four soldiers made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in action.
What specific measures did PM Modi emphasize during his review of J&K security?
Prime Minister Modi conducts a comprehensive review of the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on recent developments and strategic measures to ensure peace and stability in the region.
Amid escalating incidents of terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently convened a high-level review session to evaluate the prevailing conditions in Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, he engaged in discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, receiving a detailed briefing on the security landscape in the Union Territory. The session encompassed comprehensive insights into ongoing counter-terrorism operations conducted by the armed forces.
PM Modi engaged in a conversation with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, during which he received a detailed update on the initiatives and actions being pursued by the regional administration.
Sources informed NDTV that the Prime Minister has instructed authorities to utilize the complete array of the armed forces’ capabilities in countering terrorism.
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