Anti-militancy search operations continued in the Jammu division in response to recent incidents in Reasi, Kathua, and Doda. More than 50 persons were taken into custody during the investigation. J&K police commissioner RR Swain stated that the forces are preparing to counter foreign militants operating in the region. Incidents included attacks on a bus near Shiv Khori shrine, civilians in Hiranagar area, and security personnel in Chattergala and Bhaderwah. Foreign terrorists are particularly active in the Pir Panjal and Chenab Valleys in southern Kashmir. The police reported a decrease in the number of active local militants in the region.
