Poonch attack: Operation to trace terrorists underway

Security personnel stand guard after a militant attack on army vehicles, in Poonch district. Photo: PTI

Jammu: The security forces are continuing their search in Poonch here, marking the second day of an intense search for the terrorists who attacked an Indian Air Force (IAF) convoy on Saturday evening. The attack, which occurred near Shahsitar in the Surankote area, left one soldier dead and four others injured, officials said.

They said a well-coordinated joint operation by the army and police is underway in many areas, including Shahsitar, Gursai, Sanai and Sheendara Top, to neutralise the terrorists.
The terrorists are believed to have fled into a forest after the attack, the officials said. There has been no "contact" with the terrorists yet, they said and added that security personnel are conducting combing operations.

(With PTI Inputs)

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