An encounter erupted on Friday evening between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district. Officials said the gunfight began after troops received intelligence about militant movement in the area. The operation was launched swiftly, with security forces establishing contact with the terrorists around 8 p.m.

#WhiteKnightCorps | #OpUpdate

*Contact with Terrorists*

Update | Contact Site of the ongoing operation is Doda-Udhampur border. Operation continues..@adgpi | @NorthernComd_IA

— White Knight Corps (@Whiteknight_IA) September 19, 2025

Operation Underway in Kishtwar

According to the Indian Army’s White Knight Corps, an exchange of fire took place soon after contact. The search operation in the region is still ongoing, and additional forces have been deployed to block possible escape routes. Authorities confirmed that the situation is under control and further updates will follow as the operation continues.

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