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Army Jawan Killed in Anti-Terror Operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar
An Indian Army jawan was killed during an encounter with Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, amid heightened security operations in the region.
Why It Matters
The incident underscores ongoing terrorism threats in Jammu region ahead of Republic Day, highlighting risks to security forces in counter-terror operations.
Timeline
5 Events
Army confirms jawan killed in action
Monday
Indian Army announces Havildar Gajendra Singh succumbed to injuries; hunt for JeM terrorists intensifies in Kishtwar.
Injured airlifted to hospital
Sunday night
Five soldiers treated locally; three critically injured, including Havildar Gajendra Singh, airlifted to Command Hospital in Udhampur.
Firefight pauses overnight
Sunday night
Intense gunfight lasts several hours before halting due to difficult terrain and thick vegetation.
Havildar Gajendra Singh critically wounded
Sunday
Havildar Gajendra Singh of Uttarakhand sustains critical injuries during initial exchange of fire; among 9 personnel injured.
Gunfight erupts in Sonnar forest belt
Sunday noon
Joint search operation by army and J&K Police intercepts 2-3 Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists in Singpura area near Chatroo; terrorists lob grenades and open fire.