India intensifies efforts to combat Islamic terrorism in the region of Kashmir

In an unwavering crusade against terrorism, a total of 31 terrorists have been dealt with in joint operations carried out in Jammu and Kashmir in the year 2023. This collaborative effort involved the synchronized efforts of various security forces, such as the Indian Army, J&K Police, SSB, BSF, and CRPF.

These missions, with the goal of suppressing terrorist activities, witnessed the cooperation of diverse defense and security units. Notably, one terrorist was eliminated in a combined operation involving the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Army, and the SSB. Additionally, two terrorists met their demise during joint operations that featured the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Army, and BSF. Five more terrorists were neutralized in operations conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Army, and CRPF. An impressive 23 terrorists met their end in joint operations involving the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Army.

While 2023 has been marked by relentless efforts to eradicate terrorism in the region, previous years have also seen remarkable progress. Official sources report that until September 26, 2023, a total of 47 terrorists were killed, and 204 were apprehended in multiple operations carried out by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and other security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. These operations targeted both local and foreign terrorists operating in the area.

In the preceding year, a total of 187 terrorists were neutralized, including 130 local terrorists and 57 foreign terrorists. This represented a significant milestone in the region's ongoing battle against terrorism. In the current year, between January 1 and September 26, 204 terrorists have been apprehended. These arrests underscore the determination of security forces not only to eliminate threats but also to bring terrorists to justice through lawful means.

According to the most recent available data, there are presently 111 active terrorists operating in Jammu and Kashmir. This figure includes 40 local terrorists and 71 foreign terrorists. Compared to the previous year, this indicates a decrease in the overall number of active terrorists, with 137 reported in Jammu and Kashmir in the preceding year.