JAMMU/SRINAGAR, Oct. 5 -- Security forces on Sunday launched multiple search operations in parts of Rajouri and Udhampur districts following reports of suspected militant movement, while Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma reviewed the security situation in South Kashmir and stressed the need for continued vigilance.

Officials said a joint search operation was launched in the Sunderbani sector of Rajouri after three suspected militants allegedly abducted a villager, identified as Anil Sudan, from Upper Lardia late Saturday night.

According to officials, the suspects reportedly used Sudan as a guide before releasing him around 3.15 am near the Dua Khad forest area. Following the incident, police and Army personnel ru...