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An Army soldier was killed during an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district.

By Aniket Chakraborty

Apr 25, 2025

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The clash occurred in the Dudu-Basantgarh area during a cordon and search operation.

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Havildar Jhantu Ali Shaikh, from 6 PARA SF, made the supreme sacrifice in the counter-terror operation.

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The Army's White Knight Corps saluted the bravery of Shaikh and his team's indomitable courage.

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The encounter came just days after a deadly attack in Pahalgam, Anantnag, that claimed 26 lives.

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Victims of the Pahalgam attack included military, Air Force, and Intelligence Bureau personnel.

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India responded by downgrading diplomatic ties with Pakistan and implementing stringent measures.

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Security forces have been directed to maintain high vigilance and pursue justice for the Pahalgam attack.

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The attack highlights the continuing security challenges in Jammu and Kashmir.

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The nation stands in solidarity with the bereaved family of the fallen soldier.

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