Has the Encounter Resumed After a 12-Day Break in Kishtwar District?
Synopsis
In a significant turn of events, an encounter has resumed in Kishtwar District after a 12-day hiatus, as joint forces engage with hiding terrorists in Dolgam village. Discover the unfolding details of this critical operation and the ongoing efforts to ensure security in the region.
Key Takeaways
Encounter resumed after a 12-day break in Kishtwar.
Joint forces re-engaged with terrorists in Dolgam village .
Mobile Internet services suspended for security.
Previous encounter resulted in a tragic loss of a soldier.
Operation Trashi-I continues to be a focal point in counter-terrorism efforts.
Jammu, Jan 31 (NationPress) An encounter has recommenced on Saturday between the joint forces and the hidden terrorists in Dolgam village of Kishtwar district after the joint forces successfully located the militants post-January 18. In Jammu, the Nagrota-based Army's White Knight Corps shared on its official X account on Saturday, "Operation Trashi-I. During the continuing joint Operation TRASHI-I, contact with terrorists was re-established during the early hours of January 31, 2026, in the general vicinity of Dolgam by troops of #WhiteKnightCorps, @jmukmrpolice, and #CRPF. Intelligence from all sources was synchronized to provide actionable insights for executing the operation. A cordon has been established, and operations are actively ongoing."
Firing encounters commenced early today between the joint forces, encompassing the Army, J&K Police, CRPF, and the terrorists in Dolgam village.
As a precautionary measure, authorities suspended mobile Internet services in the broader area, including the Dolgam encounter site, on Friday.
Previously, on January 18, 2026, an encounter lasted several hours between the joint forces and the terrorists during a search operation in the general area of Sonnar, northeast of Chatroo in Kishtwar.
This operation was initiated by joint forces under the codename ‘Operation Trashi-I’ assigned by the White Knight Corps.
Regrettably, one Army paratrooper lost his life during the initial exchanges of fire between the joint forces and the hiding terrorists in Chatroo on January 18.
Paying tribute to the fallen paratrooper, the Army posted on X on January 19, “The GOC, White Knight Corps, and all ranks pay solemn tribute to Havildar Gajendra Singh of the Special Forces, who made the ultimate sacrifice while valorously executing a Counter Terrorism operation in the Singpura area during the ongoing Operation TRASHI-I on the night of January 19, 2026. We honor his indomitable courage, valor, and selfless devotion to duty and stand firmly with the bereaved family in this hour of profound grief.”
Joint forces persistently continued their search operation to locate the terrorists post-January 19 and finally managed to trace them in Dolgam village after twelve days.
More updates are anticipated from the encounter site in Dolgam village of Kishtwar district.
Point of View
We recognize the importance of maintaining national security and the relentless efforts of our armed forces. The situation in Kishtwar emphasizes the ongoing challenges faced by security personnel and the need for a united front in combating terrorism. The nation stands firmly behind our forces as they strive to restore peace.
NationPress
2 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current situation in Kishtwar District?
An encounter between joint forces and hiding terrorists has resumed in Dolgam village after a 12-day hiatus.
What led to the resumption of the encounter?
The joint forces successfully traced the hiding militants after previous operations conducted on January 18.
What measures have been taken for security?
Authorities have suspended mobile Internet services in the area as a precautionary measure.
What was the outcome of the previous encounter on January 18?
The earlier encounter lasted several hours and resulted in the loss of one Army paratrooper's life.
What is 'Operation Trashi-I'?
'Operation Trashi-I' is the codename for the ongoing joint operation by the Army, J&K Police, and CRPF against terrorists in the region.
