{"id":670142,"date":"2026-11-12T14:21:14","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T18:21:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/670142\/"},"modified":"2026-11-12T14:21:14","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T18:21:14","slug":"terrorist-attack-on-security-forces-in-kulgam-kashmir-three-crpf-personnel-injured-one-reportedly-in-critical-condition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/670142\/","title":{"rendered":"Terrorist Attack on Security Forces in Kulgam, Kashmir; Three CRPF Personnel Injured; One Reportedly in Critical Condition"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Srinagar: Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were reported injured in a terrorist attack targeting security forces in Kulgam district of South Kashmir. The attack occurred on Wednesday afternoon near a security checkpoint in the Akhran\u2013Nawpura area of the district. Initial reports indicate that two armed men arriving on motorcycles opened fire on security personnel. The attackers reportedly fled the scene immediately after the assault. In response, a large-scale search operation has been launched under the joint leadership of the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF in the area. Security arrangements have been strengthened on main roads and alternate routes leading to nearby localities.<\/p>\n

No terrorist organization has officially claimed responsibility for the attack as of now. Meanwhile, suspicion has arisen in reports that the group affiliated with Latif Bhatt, a local commander of The Resistance Front (TRF)\u2014which security agencies assess to be linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba\u2014may have been involved. However, no official confirmation regarding the attackers\u2019 identity has been released.<\/p>\n

According to available information, the CRPF personnel of the 46th Battalion stationed at the checkpoint on the Akhran\u2013Nawpura road in Kulgam were engaged in routine security inspections. At approximately 2.15 pm, two youths on motorcycles approached the checkpoint. Security personnel, suspecting their movements, requested the individuals to stop their vehicle, but the armed men ignored the command and opened fire. Three CRPF jawans were injured in the unexpected shooting. Panic spread in the nearby areas. Security personnel retaliated swiftly, but the attackers escaped from the scene. Civilians were present nearby at the time, and reports indicate that security forces maintained vigilance to avoid further casualties.<\/p>\n

Preliminary assessment suggests that attackers escaped by taking advantage of the crowded surroundings and the consequent necessity to restrain a strong counterattack. Following the assault, additional troops and rapid response teams arrived from nearby security camps.<\/p>\n

The injured personnel received first aid before being transferred to the Government Medical College Hospital in Anantnag for specialized treatment. Reports mention the injured as Constable (GD) Rakesh Das from Assam, Constable (GD) Santosh Chandru from West Bengal, and Head Constable (GD) Somveer Singh from Madhya Pradesh. It is reported that one jawan sustained an injury to the leg, another to the hand, and the third to the back. The injuries are suspected to have been caused by bullets or bullet fragments. Santosh Chandru, from West Bengal, is said to be in serious condition and is undergoing treatment under close medical supervision. However, the latest official medical updates on the injured personnel have not been released.<\/p>\n

Security measures in Kulgam and adjoining areas have been tightened after the attack. Joint teams from the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF are conducting focused searches in areas likely to be escape routes for the attackers. Surveillance has been increased on main roads, rural paths, and side routes. Inspections of suspicious vehicles and individuals are underway.<\/p>\n

Investigations include probing whether the attackers received local support and whether the attack on the checkpoint was premeditated. Senior officials from security forces and Jammu and Kashmir Police reportedly visited the site to assess the situation. CCTV footage from nearby commercial establishments, main roads, and checkpoints are being examined to identify the assailants and gather information about the motorcycles used.<\/p>\n

Although suspicion persists regarding the involvement of a TRF-affiliated group, no official findings from investigative agencies have been published. Alongside efforts to identify those responsible, security forces are undertaking preventive measures to avert further violent incidents in the area.<\/p>\n

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Original Malayalam report: Malayalam Daily News<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Srinagar: Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were reported injured in a terrorist attack targeting security forces in Kulgam district of South Kashmir. The attack occurred on Wednesday afternoon near a security checkpoint in the Akhran\u2013Nawpura area of the district. Initial reports indicate that two armed men arriving on motorcycles opened fire on security personnel. The attackers reportedly fled the scene immediately after the assault. In response, a large-scale search operation has been launched under the joint leadership of the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF in…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":670143,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[582,170397,47748],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-670142","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-english","category-india","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/670142","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=670142"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/670142\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/670143"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=670142"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=670142"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.malayalamdailynews.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=670142"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}