Indian Army - Biggest Encounter in Kashmir Under Operation Keller
A High-Stakes Counter-Terror Mission in Shopian
Biggest Encounter in Kashmir – In a major counter-terror operation, the Indian Army eliminated three hardcore Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists in Shopian, South Kashmir, under Operation Keller on May 13, 2025. The encounter, which unfolded in the dense forests of Keller, marks one of the largest anti-terror operations in recent months.
The operation was launched after specific intelligence inputs indicated the presence of heavily armed militants in the region. The Rashtriya Rifles, a specialized counter-insurgency unit, led the search-and-destroy mission, supported by local police and paramilitary forces.
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How the Encounter Unfolded
As security forces advanced into the Shoekal Keller area, militants opened heavy fire, triggering a fierce gunfight. The Indian Army responded with precision strikes, neutralizing the terrorists after an intense four-hour battle.
The slain militants were identified as high-priority targets, believed to be involved in multiple terror attacks and radicalization efforts across Kashmir. Their elimination is seen as a significant blow to Pakistan-backed terror networks operating in the valley.
Operation Keller: A Follow-Up to Operation Sindoor
The encounter comes just days after Operation Sindoor, India’s precision airstrikes targeting terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Following Pakistan’s retaliatory drone attacks, the Indian Army intensified ground operations to eliminate remaining terror elements within Kashmir.
Security Forces on High Alert
The Shopian district, particularly the Keller region, has long been a hotbed of militant activity. Frequent encounters and insurgent movements have kept security forces on high alert.
Authorities have urged local residents to remain vigilant, as follow-up operations continue to sanitize the area and search for hidden weapon caches.
India’s Counter-Terror Strategy Moving Forward
- Strengthening Intelligence Networks: Enhanced surveillance and AI-driven threat detection.
- Expanding Special Forces Operations: Increased deployment of Rashtriya Rifles and NSG commandos.
- Diplomatic Pressure on Pakistan: Holding Pakistan accountable for terror financing and cross-border infiltration.
- Community Engagement: Strengthening local partnerships to counter radicalization efforts.
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