A bold strategic shift as CRPF and CoBRA commandos lead intensified counter-terror ops in twin districts
Jammu, August 5:
In a major reshaping of India’s internal security strategy, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has officially taken the lead role in anti-terror operations in Jammu, replacing its traditional supportive function. The move comes amid growing security concerns in the twin districts of Jammu and Rajouri, which have witnessed a surge in terror-related activities in recent months.
More than 25 companies of CRPF have been deployed in the region to launch coordinated and proactive counter-terror actions. Significantly, CoBRA commandos—the CRPF’s elite unit known for jungle and guerrilla warfare—have been deployed in full operational capacity for the first time at this scale in Jammu. This indicates a serious tactical escalation aimed at rooting out terror modules and neutralizing threats with precision.
The transition is being seen as a vote of confidence in CRPF’s growing operational capabilities, especially in handling complex counter-terrorism scenarios without direct support from the Army. While the Indian Army will continue to play a key role in higher-level strategic planning and border security, the CRPF is now spearheading ground-level intelligence, search-and-destroy missions, and area domination tasks.
This shift also aligns with the government’s broader strategy to enhance indigenous security force autonomy in dealing with internal threats and reducing pressure on military resources.
Security analysts believe this change marks a new era in India’s fight against terrorism, demonstrating both adaptability and determination in tackling evolving threats in sensitive zones like Jammu and Kashmir.
