Search for terrorists in J&K's Budgam forest enters second day
As the area of operation falls in the vicinity of Doodhpathri, authorities have asked tourists not to visit the tourist location until further orders, officials said
Security forces initiated an anti-terror operation in the Budgam district's forest area on Friday, September 4, 2026, entering its second day of search and rescue efforts. The operation began on Thursday, September 3, 2026, after receiving intelligence about a suspected terrorist group moving from Pakherpora in Pulwama district to Yousmarg in Budgam district.
Authorities have advised tourists to avoid the Yousmarg tourist spot until further notice due to the ongoing operation in the vicinity of Doodhpathri. The search involves combing operations through the dense forest in the Pir Panjal range, connecting multiple districts including Poonch, Rajouri, Baramulla, Pulwama, and Shopian. Additional security forces were rushed to the area to strengthen the cordon and prevent the terrorists from escaping.
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