Ensuing relevant intelligence tip as provided by Jammu & Kashmir Police regarding presence of terrorists in the Madrasa Darul Uloom Khalid Ibyn Walid in Village Kapren, Shopian, a joint cordon and search operation was launched in the area by the Indian Army and JKP on 11 Nov 22 at about 1:00 am.
Keeping the operational element of surprise intact, multiple small teams converged towards the target area thereby sealing all possible escape routes. Special care was taken during the clearance of the target area as it involved a madrasa having presence of three teachers and 31 students.
It was also made sure that the masjid in proximity of the area was not used by the terrorist to take refuge and due restrain was exercised to prevent any damages to the masjid and madrasa during the operation.
Interrogation of suspected Over Ground Workers (OGW) by JKP revealed the presence of terrorist inside the madrasa, who at around 06:10 AM came out and fired indiscriminately on own troops to escape. In retaliation, precision fire was brought down by Security Forces resulting in the neutralization of the terrorist. One AK series rifle and other warlike supplies were recovered from the terrorist.
According to JKP the neutralised terrorist has been identified as Kamran Bhai a.k.a Anees, a resident of Pakistan affiliated to JeM outfit. During the deep search of the madrasa, two young kids of around 11 years age, who were tied up to the pillars with rope probably to be used as human shield by the dreaded Pakistani terrorist, were elated to be rescued by the Indian Army and JKP.
The terrorist was also involved in various nefarious activities in the area including terrorizing the locals of the area and recruiting the gullible youth. His elimination will bring increased peace to the area and stymie recruitment of local youth into the brutal act of terrorism.
The author is a Delhi-based, DCC qualified, defence beat writer and independent contributor to print and online publications
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