Indian Army and Jammu & Kashmir Police security forces are continuing a counter-terrorism search operation in the Rajouri district [1].
The prolonged nature of the mission underscores the difficulty of tracking militants within the dense terrain of the Dorimal forest. Security forces have intensified their efforts to clear the area and neutralize threats in the region [2].
Operation Sherawali is focused on the Gambir Mughlan sector and the Manjakote area [1]. The mission involves intensive search and cordon operations designed to isolate militants and prevent their movement through the forest [3].
Reports on the duration of the mission vary. One source said the operation has entered its 23rd consecutive day [1], while another report previously cited the 20th day [2]. The discrepancy suggests a fluctuating timeline in the reporting of the ongoing deployment.
The operation remains active as forces comb the rugged landscape. The coordination between the Indian Army and local police is intended to maximize the efficiency of the search in the challenging environment of the Dorimal forest [1], [3].
“Security forces have intensified their efforts to clear the area and neutralize threats in the region.”
The extended duration of Operation Sherawali reflects the strategic challenge of conducting counter-terrorism efforts in the heavily forested and mountainous terrain of Rajouri. The use of cordon-and-search tactics over several weeks indicates a methodical approach to flushing out militants who can use the natural cover of the Dorimal forest to evade detection.
