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Crime
Terrorists Kill Amarnath Yatra Guards in Anantnag Attack
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 22 Jul 2026, 02:33 PM
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Terrorists attacked an Amarnath Yatra security post in Anantnag, killing several guards.
Terrorists attacked a security post guarding the Amarnath Yatra route in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir. The assault took place when armed militants opened fire on the guards stationed at the checkpoint.
The attack resulted in the deaths of several security personnel. The exact number of casualties has not yet been released by authorities.
The Jammu and Kashmir police have launched an investigation and increased security measures along the pilgrimage path to prevent further incidents. Officials have urged pilgrims to exercise caution and to report any suspicious activity.
The incident underscores the ongoing security challenges faced by the state, especially during the Amarnath Yatra season.
The attack resulted in the deaths of several security personnel. The exact number of casualties has not yet been released by authorities.
The Jammu and Kashmir police have launched an investigation and increased security measures along the pilgrimage path to prevent further incidents. Officials have urged pilgrims to exercise caution and to report any suspicious activity.
The incident underscores the ongoing security challenges faced by the state, especially during the Amarnath Yatra season.