IIOJK: Kathua District Under Severe CASOs

As Indian forces continue their relentless operations in Kathua, concerns grow over the escalating tension and the impact on local communities in the region.

Indian forces have continued their intensified cordon and search operation in the Kathua district of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) for the third consecutive day on Tuesday. The operation, which began on the night of March 23 in the Hiranagar area, was triggered by a reported firing incident during the ongoing search.

According to a police officer, the firing occurred as Indian forces conducted searches in the area. The operation, involving the use of Indian army commandos, drones, and sniffer dogs, is still underway. Indian officials claim that arms and ammunition were recovered from the operation site, further escalating concerns about the security situation.

Authorities have confirmed that the entire forested area in Hiranagar has been surrounded by Indian forces in a bid to contain the situation. Local reports suggest that the operation is part of a broader effort to target suspected militants in the region.

The Pir Panjal region, which divides the Kashmir Valley from the Jammu region, has been a hotspot for large-scale military operations in recent years. Analysts highlight that this ongoing trend of intensified operations has raised concerns over the increasing militarization of the region. These operations are viewed by many as part of a broader strategy to maintain control over the territory and suppress any potential resistance movements.

The recent operations in Kathua are just the latest example of the Indian military’s heavy presence in the area. With the continued use of drones, sniffer dogs, and commando forces, the tension in the region has reached new heights, leaving local communities on edge. Many fear that these operations will further contribute to the already volatile atmosphere in the region.

As the search operation continues, the people of Kathua remain under the constant surveillance of Indian forces, with the fear of more raids and arrests looming over them. The ongoing military presence in the Pir Panjal region serves as a stark reminder of the growing tensions in IIOJK, as the conflict continues to affect the daily lives of its residents.