JAMMU, Oct 26: Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in a forest area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district on Monday after villagers reported the presence of suspected persons, officials said.
A joint team comprising the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Special Operations Group (SOG), Army and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) launched the operation in the Karnadi area to verify the reports and strengthen security in the region, they said.
The operation was underway when the last reports were received, officials added.
Further details were awaited.
