Anti-terror operation enters 8th day, search efforts intensified
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Why in news
The Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police are conducting 'Operation Sheruwali' in the Dori Maal forests of Rajouri district to neutralize terrorists.
Background
The operation began last Saturday following an intelligence-based contact with terrorists. It has entered its eighth consecutive day of search and combat operations in the dense forest terrain of Rajouri district.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceDori Maal forests are located in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir
- PostThe Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police are the primary agencies conducting the operation
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges faced by security forces in conducting counter-insurgency operations in dense forest terrains and the role of intelligence-led operations.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Terrain constraints: Dense forest cover providing natural concealment and logistical hurdles for rapid troop movement
- Intelligence-led strategy: Transition from reactive patrolling to proactive, intelligence-driven neutralization of terror cells
Keywords: counter-insurgency · intelligence-led operations · asymmetric warfare · internal security · tactical operations
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