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Operation Trashi-I: Encounter with Jaish terrorists in Kishtwar, J&K
Security forces launched Operation Trashi-I in Kishtwar district following intelligence on terrorists, leading to a gunfight that injured 7-8 soldiers. The operation continues with reinforcements and drones deployed.
Why It Matters
Intensified counter-terror operations in Jammu region ahead of Republic Day amid reports of 35 Pakistani terrorists in Doda-Kishtwar forests highlight ongoing security challenges.
Timeline
4 Events
Reinforcements and surveillance deployed
January 18, 2026, ongoing
Additional Army, CRPF, and police forces inducted to tighten cordon; drones, helicopters, and sniffer dogs deployed in challenging terrain and weather.
Soldiers injured and evacuated
January 18, 2026
7-8 security personnel injured, including from grenade blasts; 3 airlifted to hospital, others evacuated.
Contact established and gunfight erupts
January 18, 2026, afternoon
Search party came under fire from terrorists in Son Nar, northeast of Chatroo; troops retaliated with intermittent firing reported.
Search operation launched on tip-off
January 18, 2026, noon
Acting on intelligence about 2-3 Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists in Son Nar forest area near Mandral-Singpora in Chatroo, security forces initiated cordon and search operation named Operation Trashi-I.