Jammu and Kashmir’s security landscape shifted dramatically as the Indian Army concluded a marathon 326-day high-altitude mission by eliminating seven high-value terrorists in Kishtwar. The White Knight Corps (16 Corps) shared the triumphant update on platform X on Monday, detailing the operation’s intensity.
Troops navigated unforgiving high-altitude zones, enduring harsh weather—bitter cold, drenching rains, and snowstorms—to pursue the elusive militants. Collaborating seamlessly with J&K Police, CRPF, and intelligence units, the forces leveraged precise intel to corner and neutralize the group in Chhatru. Fierce firefights marked several stages of this prolonged endeavor.
Cutting-edge tech bolstered the mission: FPV drones for real-time surveillance, satellite feeds for mapping, and UAVs for tactical strikes, all integrated with advanced comms. The corps praised the unyielding spirit that felled Saifullah and his cadre, proving the indomitable will of India’s defenders.
Labeling it a ‘major blow to terror infrastructure,’ the army released photos of the deceased militants, each crossed out in red. This follows the earlier success of Operation Trashi-1, where three terrorists met their end, alongside seized arms and evidence.
‘No refuge for destabilizing elements,’ the forces asserted. Last year, Chhatru’s thick woodlands hosted numerous clashes with Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives from Pakistan, who dodged pursuits by hopping districts like Doda, Kathua, and Udhampur. Today’s victory disrupts that pattern, signaling stronger territorial control.
This saga of endurance and precision reinforces the army’s commitment to eradicating terrorism, offering hope for sustained peace in the volatile region.