Heavy firing and shelling broke out in the Dorimal forest area of Rajouri on Thursday as Operation Sheruwali entered a crucial phase, with security forces tightening the cordon to neutralise suspected militants hiding in the dense forest terrain.
According to officials, massive reinforcements and logistical support have been rushed to the encounter site to establish what authorities described as a “strong and impenetrable cordon” and prevent militants from escaping through the thick forest cover.
Large-Scale Counter-Terror Operation Underway
The operation is being conducted jointly by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force.
Officials said every possible effort is being made to track and neutralise the suspected militants hiding deep inside the forest region.
The entire area remains under heavy security surveillance, while search and combing operations continue across the forest belt.
Operation Enters Sixth Day
The ongoing cordon and search operation in the forest areas of Gambhir Mughlan and Dorimal in the Manjakote sector of Rajouri district has now entered its sixth day.
Security forces had launched the operation after receiving specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of suspected terrorists in the area.
Officials said troops are maintaining a tight perimeter while conducting systematic searches in the dense and difficult terrain.
What Is Operation Sheruwali?
Operation Sheruwali is a major joint counter-terrorism operation launched in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir to track down and eliminate suspected terrorists hiding in forest areas.
The operation involves coordinated efforts by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and CRPF, with the focus on preventing militant movement and ensuring area domination in vulnerable regions.
