The 2024 Bandipora attack occurred on 1 November 2024 when suspected militants opened fire at an Indian Army camp located in Bilal Colony, along the Bandipora-Panhaar Road in Bandipora district, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack reportedly involved a brief exchange of gunfire, during which seven Indian paramilitary soldiers were allegedly killed, though no official confirmation has been provided. Background Bandipora district has frequently been a site of clashes between Indian security forces and militant groups. Militants belonging to The Resistance Front have been suspected in previous attacks targeting Indian security installations in the region. The Attack The incident reportedly began around 9:00 PM IST when militants allegedly associated with the TRF launched a "fire raid" on the army camp in Bilal Colony, targeting personnel stationed at the site. Following the initial exchange, the militants retreated, prompting Indian forces to launch a search operation in the area. The Indian Army's Chinar Corps confirmed that after spotting suspicious movement, security personnel challenged the militants, who then opened indiscriminate fire and fled into a nearby forest. Aftermath As of the latest reports, security forces have expanded search operations within the Bandipora area in an effort to locate the assailants, and the search is ongoing.
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