Srinagar, Indian troops initiated cordon and search operations (CASOs) in the Poonch district of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. The operations involved comprehensive searches of various areas within the district.

According to Kashmir Media Service, the search operations were carried out with the assistance of sniffer dogs and aerial surveillance, particularly in the Sawjian areas of Mandi tehsil. Additionally, search operations are ongoing in other areas of Poonch district, including Krishnagati, Dharti, Dhara, Magnad, and Jallas.

The operations were still in progress at the time of the last reports. This development is part of a series of security measures undertaken by Indian troops in the region, often leading to heightened tensions and concerns among the local population.

The situation in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir has been a point of contention and a source of ongoing conflict. These operations by Indian troops are indicative of the continued security efforts and the complex dynamics in the disputed region.