Summary:
The offensive of the terror groups is forcing security forces to retaliate,” a police officer said.By halting combat operations against terrorists, security forces are providing them breathing space in south Kashmir, a security expert said. Out of 143, over three dozen people were killed only during Ramzan ceasefire. At least 143 people including 37 civilians, 71 militants and 31 security personnel were killed since January this year. I only hope that they realise the futility of their actions soon.” In the last 20 days, militants killed more than three dozen people including cops and security forces’ men and threw over 18 hand grenades at various places across Srinagar and in parts of south Kashmir, leaving more than two dozen persons and security men injured, according to official figures..