Video Shows Moment Terrorists Open Fire On Police Party In J&K's Anantnag
Video Shows Moment Terrorists Open Fire On Police Party In J&K's Anantnag Published By, Last Updated: July 22, 2026, 15:50 IST Following the attack, security
Video Shows Moment Terrorists Open Fire On Police Party In J&K's Anantnag Published By, Last Updated: July 22, 2026, 15:50 IST Following the attack, security forces cordoned off the area and launched a massive search operation to trace the assailants. The firing took place around 12.30 pm at Lal Chowk in Anantnag, the officials said. Anantnag Attack: A 35-year-old Jammu and Kashmir policeman was shot dead after suspected terrorists opened fire on a police party in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Wednesday. The firing took place at around 12.30 pm at Lal Chowk in Anantnag town, where a police party was deployed for Amarnath Yatra security duty. A CCTV footage has also surfaced on social media platforms capturing the moment when suspected terrorits opened fire at the police. Pakistan- Terrorists attacked a J&K Police party deployed for Amarnath Yatra security on the Kokernag–Anantnag Road in South Kashmir. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/A2Dly3Ehqk— Danish Naseer 🇮🇳 (@danishnaseer414) July 22, 2026 The deceased head constable was identified as Aashiq Hussain, a resident of Beerwah in Budgam district. He was rushed to the Government Medical College (GMC) Hospital in Anantnag, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Following the attack, security forces cordoned off the area and launched a massive search operation to trace the assailants. The Resistance Front (TRF), a shadow outfit of Lashkar-e-Toiba, has claimed responsibility for the attack through a social media post. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister expressed grief over the incident and said, “Deeply saddened by the death in the line of duty of Head Constable Ashiq Hussain of IRP 3rd Battalion J&K Police. HC Hussain made the ultimate sacrifice in a cowardly terror attack in Anantnag area of South Kashmir. I unequivocally condemn this attack & send my heartfelt condolences to the members of his family. May Allah grant him the highest place in Jannat." Deeply saddened by the death in the line of duty of Head Constable Ashiq Hussain of IRP 3rd Battalion J&K Police. HC Hussain made the ultimate sacrifice in a cowardly terror attack in Anantnag area of South Kashmir. I unequivocally condemn this attack & send my heartfelt…— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) July 22, 2026 There is heavy deployment of security forces in Anantnag town amid ongoing Amarnath Yatra.
The Yatra remains suspended for last four days due to inclement weather in Jammu and Kashmir. Earlier this month, Anantnag Police detained an alleged terror overground worker (OGW) after a facial recognition system (FRS) deployed at the Nunwan base camp flagged the suspect during security screening. Officials had described the interception as an example of technology-driven surveillance strengthening the multi-layered security grid for the annual pilgrimage. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit Key Questions Answered What new security measures will be implemented in Anantnag? Following a terrorist attack that killed a police head constable in Anantnag, security forces have cordoned off the area and launched a large-scale search operation. How will this attack impact the Amarnath Yatra's future? The attack on a police party in Anantnag during the Amarnath Yatra has led to security agencies being placed on high alert. Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched a massive search operation. Could facial recognition prevent similar incidents going forward? Facial recognition systems have been deployed for the Amarnath Yatra, leading to the apprehension of a UAPA accused and an Over Ground Worker (OGW) on July 11, with three others apprehended on July 8.
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