Srinagar: A fierce encounter has broken out between terrorists and Indian security forces in the upper reaches of the Dachigam Forest near Harwan, on the outskirts of Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. The operation is being carried out jointly by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
Operation Mahadev launched
According to an update shared by the official X account of the Indian Army’s Chinar Corps, the encounter is taking place in the Lidwas area, where Operation Mahadev has now been launched.
Chinar Corps – Indian Army (@ChinarcorpsIA) posts, “Contact established in General Area Lidwas. Operation in progress.” pic.twitter.com/m5Vab6w4lS
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 28, 2025
While some reports suggest that the terrorists were associated with the Pahalgam terror attack, there has been no official confirmation so far. Unconfirmed reports also suggest that three terrorists have been neutralised. The situation remains fluid, and the Operation is still underway.
According to reports, Operation Mahadev was launched following credible intelligence inputs. Security personnel swiftly moved in and began a combing operation in the Mulnar region of Harwan. Reinforcements have also been deployed to strengthen the ongoing action.
More information is awaited as Operation Mahadev continues to unfold.
