Pakistani Troops Violate Ceasefire in Poonch, Indian Army Retaliates

Poonch, Apr 2: Pakistani forces violated the ceasefire agreement on Tuesday by firing at Indian positions in the Krishna Ghati (KG) Sector of Poonch. Troops of the Nangi Tekri Battalion, under the Krishna Ghati Brigade, responded with strong retaliation. 

Meanwhile, security forces have intensified search and cordon operations in the Panjtirthi area of Kathua following an exchange of fire with militants. Based on intelligence inputs, a joint team of the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF has deployed multiple ambushes and surveillance teams in the region.

The operation escalated after suspicious movement was detected on the night of March 31, leading to a fresh encounter. A search-and-destroy mission was launched at first light on April 1, and the operation is still in progress with forces maintaining a high state of alert.

The Rising Star Corps of the Indian Army confirmed the developments on X, stating: "Acting on intelligence inputs, multiple surveillance cum ambushes were deployed in general area Panjtirthi, Kathua by Indian Army, JK Police and CRPF. Suspicious movement was observed on the night of March 31, leading to an exchange of fire. Search and destroy operations launched at first light on April 1. Operations in progress." (KNT)