Budgam Encounter: Terrorist Killed in Joint Operation by Army, J&K Police and CRPF

September 4, 2026

Security forces killed a terrorist in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. The operation was carried out jointly by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the CRPF.

Operation launched based on intelligence information

Acting on specific intelligence, security forces launched a joint search operation in the Ashdar Gali area of ​​Budgam. During the search, troops observed suspicious activity.

Terrorists opened fire

Security forces challenged the suspects, following which the terrorists opened fire. One terrorist was killed in the retaliatory action. An AK rifle was also recovered from the scene.

Search for second terrorist continues

Security forces are continuing their search operation. There is a possibility that another terrorist may be hiding in the area. The identity of the killed terrorist has not been established yet.