Indian soldier killed in encounter in Kashmir's Kulgam

One soldier died in an encounter on Saturday in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir between security forces and terrorists. The confrontation unfolded after a joint operation launched by the CRPF, Army, and local police upon receiving intelligence about terrorist presence in Modergam village.

The situation escalated quickly as the forces descended upon the village, swiftly establishing a cordon to trap the militants. In the initial gunfire, one soldier sustained injuries.

Officials said that an Army soldier, injured during the encounter between the security forces and the hiding terrorists in a village of Kulgam district, succumbed to critical injuries in the hospital.

Kashmir Zone Police, in a post on social media platform X, said, "Encounter started at Modergam village of Kulgam district. Police and Security Forces are on job. Further details shall follow".

The region has recently seen a surge in terrorist activities, with several encounters reported across different districts of Jammu and Kashmir. Just last month, security forces successfully neutralised three terrorists in the Gandoh area of district Doda.