Operation Guddar
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- September 9, 2025
Syllabus:Security
Context:
- An encounter erupted in the Guddar forest of Kulgam district, Jammu & Kashmir, when terrorists opened fire on security forces during a search operation, triggering Operation Guddar.
About Operation Guddar:
What it is:
- Operation Guddar is a coordinated counter-terrorism operation conducted by the Jammu & Kashmir Police, Indian Army, and CRPF in the Kulgam district. The operation is named after the Guddar forest, a known hideout for militants.
Aim:
- Neutralize active terrorists operating in South Kashmir.
- Secure forested areas and nearby villages used as militant hideouts.
- Strengthen intelligence-driven operations and coordination between police and armed forces.
Key Features:
- Joint Operation: Conducted by the Army’s Chinar Corps, CRPF, and Special Operations Group (SOG) of J&K Police.
- Intelligence-Led: Based on verified inputs regarding terrorist presence.
- High-Risk Terrain: Focused on forest belts and difficult-to-access areas.
- Civilians’ Safety: Emphasis on minimizing collateral damage while neutralizing terror threats.