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JK: Overhauling Counter-Terrorism to Contain Terror

JK is experiencing a surge in hybrid terrorism that requires an urgent counter-terrorism strategy overhaul. The Reasi incident highlights current inadequacies. Deep operations and strong community ties are the need of the hour.

By Srijan Sharma
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JK Reasi Terror Attack | Photo courtesy: Special arrangement

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JK - Jammu and Kashmir - is at a critical crossroads, grappling with an alarming resurgence of hybrid terrorism that demands a strategic overhaul. The recent tragedy in Reasi district, where a bus from the Shiv Khori cave to Katra lost control and plunged into a deep gorge, killing nine and injuring 41, reveals the escalating threat. This incident mirrors the 2017 terrorist attack on an Amarnath Yatra bus.

The current counter-terrorism scenario in JK is marked by heightened tensions and a surge in terrorist activities, exacerbated by the approaching elections. It is evident that the conventional approach to counter-terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir is inadequate. A comprehensive reconfiguration of the counter-terrorism strategy is imperative to effectively address this growing threat and send a decisive message to Pakistan’s ISI.

The Post-370 Picture

Following the abrogation of Article 370, the security landscape in JK has been managed on two fronts. Strategically, efforts have encompassed a broad spectrum of issues including de-radicalisation and socio-economic development. Tactically, operations have focused on monitoring infiltration and combating terrorist activities. Data indicates that the security situation has improved post-abrogation. Official statistics reveal that terrorist incidents, which peaked at 4,971 in 1992, dropped to 123 by November 30, 2022. 

According to the South Asia Terrorism Portal, Security Forces (SFs) have achieved a favourable kill ratio and maintained ground dominance. This sustained dominance is a key factor behind the relative peace in Jammu and Kashmir. However, despite New Delhi's counter-terrorism measures, t

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