Fresh contact established on Day 7 of anti-terror operation in Kulgam

In one of the longest anti-terror operations in Jammu and Kashmir, the gunfight in Kulgam district entered the eighth day on Friday (August 8, 2025) as security forces continued to battle the terrorists hiding in the deep forest area, officials said.

Senior police and Army officers are monitoring the operation round-the-clock, the officials said.

On Thursday (August 7, 2025), Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat visited the operation area to take stock of the situation.

Army’s Northern Commander Lt. General Pratik Sharma also reviewed the security situation and counter-terrorism grid in South Kashmir, where he was also briefed on the ongoing operation.