Billawar, Jammu and Kashmir: A cordon-and-search operation is underway in the Billawar area of Kathua district following reports of suspicious movement involving armed men, according to local inputs. The Special Operations Group (SOG) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police is conducting searches in the area as security forces remain on heightened alert.

The operation comes amid continued security vigilance in the Billawar belt, which has witnessed several counter-terror operations in the past. Security forces have previously carried out searches in the area following reports of suspicious movement and intelligence inputs.

At present, there is no official confirmation regarding the identity of the suspected armed men, their numbers, or whether any contact has been established with security forces. Further details are awaited from the police and security agencies.

The situation remains under close watch, with the search operation continuing.