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Security forces uncover militant hideout in Poonch; weapons seized
A joint Army-police operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district has dismantled a terrorist hideout in Surankote, recovering an assault rifle, explosives and ammunition. The discovery comes as security forces intensify operations across multiple districts in the region.
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Security forces conducting a coordinated operation in Surankote, Poonch district, have uncovered a militant hideout concealed in a cave, officials said. The operation resulted in the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, six hand grenades and ammunition, according to initial reports.
The discovery represents a significant development in ongoing counterinsurgency efforts in the Poonch region, which has witnessed intermittent militant activity. The joint Army-police operation targeted suspected militant sanctuaries as part of broader security operations in the area.
Parallel search and combing operations are underway in neighbouring Udhampur and Kathua districts as security forces continue efforts to dismantle militant infrastructure across the Jammu region. Officials have not disclosed specific details regarding the scale or scope of the additional operations.
The recovery of weapons and explosives follows a series of security operations aimed at preventing militant infiltration and disrupting terrorist networks active in Jammu and Kashmir. Authorities have intensified vigilance across border areas and suspected militant strongholds in recent weeks.