Security forces on Friday launched a search operation in the border district of Samba after suspicious movement.

The search operation was launched after locals reported a suspicious-looking individual with a weapon in the Katli area.
Officials said a joint team of the Special Operations Group (SOG), police and CRPF also launched a search-and-combining operation in forest areas of Sidhra on the outskirts of the city.
Indian Army and police also carried out a joint checking campaign in the Meera Sahib border area of Jammu.
“The operation continued throughout the night, with security personnel checking every vehicle passing through the area. The campaign comes amid ongoing anti-terror operations in Jammu division, with overall security stepped up,” they said.
The measures are part of overall security preparedness to ensure peaceful Republic Day functions.