India's 'Operation Sheruwali' in Rajouri
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jun 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The prolonged counter-terrorism operation in India — Jammu and Kashmir, involving the India — Indian Army and other security forces, highlights ongoing security challenges in the region. While not directly impacting financial markets significantly, it underscores geopolitical risks that could affect investor confidence in the long term, particularly concerning regional stability and defense spending.
'Operation Sheruwali', a large-scale counter-terrorism mission, has entered its 23rd day in the dense Dorimal forests of Rajouri district, India — Jammu and Kashmir. Joint forces, including the India — Indian Army, India — Jammu and Kashmir Police, and India — Central Reserve Police Force, are conducting intense search and cordon operations to neutralize suspected militants. The challenging terrain, characterized by steep slopes and thick vegetation, has made the operation difficult. On June 7, an India — Indian Army jawan died after accidentally slipping during the operation. Heavy firing and shelling erupted on May 28 as security forces tightened the cordon. The Rajouri and Poonch districts, sharing a porous Line of Control with Azad Kashmir, have re-emerged as hotbeds for terrorist activities, with armed infiltrators utilizing the dense forests as hideouts.
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