Security forces are continuing a search operation in the Maraha Forest area of Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir, following a reported exchange of fire with terrorists on Tuesday.
This incident comes just days after a deadly terrorist attack on a bus carrying pilgrims in Reasi district.
Poonch Search Operation:
- Security forces launched a search operation in the Bufliaz Sector of Poonch based on intelligence about terrorists in the area.
- An exchange of fire reportedly took place between security forces and the terrorists.
- Details of the encounter and any casualties are not yet available.
Reasi Terror Attack:
- On June 9th, terrorists attacked a bus carrying pilgrims on their way to the Shiv Khori cave shrine in Reasi district.
- The bus plunged into a gorge after the attack, killing at least nine people and injuring 33 others.
- The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the investigation of the Reasi attack.
