In Udhampur, rigorous training programs are underway for polling staff to ensure free, fair, and transparent assembly elections, the first since the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. To guarantee a peaceful voting environment during J&K Assembly election, enhanced security measures will be implemented. Senior Superintendent of Police Udhampur, Amod Ashok Nagpuri, emphasized the deployment of stringent security protocols to foster a calm atmosphere. Polling agents are receiving live demonstrations of voting machines, along with detailed lectures on the paperwork and documentation processes. The elections are scheduled in three phases from September 18 to October 1, with the vote counting slated for October 4. These preparations aim to ensure a smooth electoral process in this pivotal election period.
03 September,2024 01:19 PM IST
The Doda encounter in Jammu & Kashmir that resulted in the tragic loss of four Indian Army soldiers, including an officer, has sparked widespread outrage and protests. On July 16, demonstrations erupted in Jammu and Udhampur, with enraged protestors taking to the streets. They passionately demanded justice, calling for the death penalty for the terrorists responsible for the attack. The incident has not only deepened sorrow within the communities affected but has also intensified calls for stringent action against terrorism. The scenes of protest reflect the public's anguish and determination to see those behind such acts of violence face severe consequences.
16 July,2024 04:56 PM IST
A fierce blaze has ravaged Compartment 61 of Tirshi-Bali in the Udhampur Forest Division, resulting in extensive devastation to the area's biodiversity and greenery. The inferno has consumed numerous trees and plants, posing a significant threat to the region's wildlife, including a notable population of peacocks and other wild birds and animals. Responding to the crisis, Divisional Forest Officer Navneet Singh highlighted the challenges exacerbated by dry weather and intense heat, leading to five forest fires daily. Urgent efforts are underway to contain the inferno, with Singh urging locals to refrain from burning fields due to the risk of sparking larger fires carried by the wind.
16 June,2024 06:46 PM IST
Bids to disrupt peace continue in parts of Jammu and Kashmir amid Lok Sabha Elections. In a fresh encounter between security forces and terrorists in Udhampur, another VDG was killed on May 11. A massive search operation was launched while the area has been cordoned off following the gunbattle. Based on inputs from locals, one terrorist has been arrested and sketches of six suspects have been released. A bounty of Rs 5-10 lakhs has been announced for the locals on information of suspected individuals. Security has been heightened across the Union Territory amid LS Polls 2024 to thwart terror bids. Several encounters have taken place between security forces and terrorists in last few weeks in Kashmir. In April, a Rajouri resident was killed in a targeted attack and a few days later a VDG member was shot dead in Udhampur. Earlier this month, an IAF officer was killed in an ambush attack on their convoy by a group of terrorists. As per reports, several terrorists are still taking cover in the thick vegetation across the UT.
12 May,2024 10:05 AM IST
Tension prevails in Udhampur for day 3 as massive terrorist encounter in J&K broke out in the area early morning on April 28. An extensive search operation is on in the area to flush out the hiding terrorists as LS Polls is at peak across the nation. ADGP, Jammu Zone Anand Jain arrived in Dudu on April 30 and spoke with Village Defence Guard personnel and locals. The Village Guard personnel put forth multiple demands including automatic weapons and army training to counter such attacks. One Village Defence Guard lost his life in the face-off against terrorists on April 28.
01 May,2024 12:33 PM IST
Tension prevails in Udhampur for day 2 as massive encounter broke out in the area early morning on April 28. An extensive search operation is on in the area to flush out the hiding terrorists as LS Polls is at peak across the nation. Security forces have launched UAV drones to scan the hiding militants of freshly infiltrated terrorist groups that killed one VDG on April 28. As per police, 2 groups of 7 terrorists have been spotted in the area so far and massive search ops are on to hunt down the militants. Notably, based on inputs of the movement of suspicious individuals late evening on April 27, J&K Police activated security grid in the area. In a quick response, the area was cordoned off and massive operations were launched in Udhampur. Notably, Udhampur went on poling for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 on April 19 in the first phase.
30 April,2024 11:36 AM IST
One terrorist has been nabbed by security forces after the Udhampur militant attack, in which two BSF jawans were killed. The militant captured is a Pakistani, police sources said
05 August,2015 03:02 PM IST
One terrorist was nabbed alive by security forces after the Udhampur militant attack, in which two BSF jawans got martyred. The identity of the terrorist is yet to be investigated. Meanwhile, Vikramjit who was taken as hostage by the terrorist said that he was threatened with dire consequences by the terrorist.
05 August,2015 05:34 PM ISTThe Border Security Forces (BSF) on Thursday paid tributes to the martyred jawans, Subhendu Rai and Rocky, at their headquarters in Jammu.
06 August,2015 11:52 AM IST
Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday made a statement on Udhampur attack and said that India strongly condemns cross-border terrorism. He praised the courage of Indian forces and Jammu villagers for nabbing Pakistani terrorists.
06 August,2015 02:24 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
