Security forces recovered a cache of explosives during a joint search operation in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir on March 11, 2026, underscoring continued vigilance along sensitive areas of the region. According to an official update shared by the Army, the recovery was made at approximately 4:45 pm during a coordinated operation led by alert troops of the White Knight Corps.Search parties operating in the general area of Poonch located a natural cave in which around four kilograms of explosives had been concealed. Troops also found stale cooked food inside the cave, indicating that the location may have been used recently as a temporary hideout or logistics point. Officials stated that such natural shelters are often used to store supplies or as short-term safe havens in difficult terrain.The Army confirmed that the explosives are being destroyed in situ following standard safety procedures to prevent any risk to nearby civilians or personnel. No casualties were reported during the operation.
The recovery highlights sustained operational vigilance by security forces in the region, where joint search operations are regularly conducted to disrupt terrorist movement, supply chains, and attempts to establish safe shelters. Officials emphasized that proactive action and area domination patrols remain essential to maintaining security and preventing infiltration or attacks.Security forces have indicated that the search operation is still in progress, and additional sweeps are being carried out in the surrounding area to rule out the presence of any further material or suspects.Authorities reiterated that such operations form part of ongoing efforts to neutralise terrorist infrastructure and maintain stability in the region.
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Dr Rajesh Jauhri is a Journalist with an experience of over 25 years in Indian and foreign media, a Social Scientist, an Ac-complished Author, a Political & Strategic Analyst, a Marksman (Rifle & Pistol), an Orator, a Thinker and an Educationist. He holds a Ph.D. degree on “Impact of colonial heritage on Indian police”. He runs an NGO dedicated to the social and eco-nomic uplift of tribal communities in MP and two decades back, he established a school in a village of Indore district, providing education and moral values to children belonging to underprivileged and minority families. Has received multiple awards in various fields.
