Indian Army formations at Gurez in Kupwara Sector obtained intelligence reports and radio intercepts regarding the build-up of terrorist activities at various locations across the Line of Control. In an anticipation of infiltration attempts by terrorists, Army took a number of counter-infiltration measures such as denial of crossing of the river Kishan Ganga and deployment of additional troops upto Shamshabri Ranges. In addition to these measures, Army launched operation Baruab to bundle out infiltrators from the region.

The militant group involved in the infiltration activities was spotted at Ramanshak which is at an altitude of 4,700 ft. The Army first blocked all the routes of escape to the Pakistan side. Then the cordon around the militants was tightened. However, the ultras managed to occupy some vantage positions in the rugged terrain and started firing at the troops.

In the battle of wits between soldiers and terrorists, the soldiers emerged victorious. Altogether, 19 terrorists were killed and the infiltrating group was eliminated. A large quantity of weapons, ammunition and warlike stores was recovered from them.

This was a classic operation conducted in an extremely rugged terrain and adverse weather conditions. The operation, conducted for nine days, was marked by troops’ preparedness. They did not let the terrorists slip away after a contact was established. Logistic aspects of this operation were as challenging as the conduct of operation. The success of the operation was primarily due to the exemplary leadership of commanders at all levels and the utmost dedication and devotion displayed by all ranks.

To expose Pakistani claims, Army authorities brought Defence Attaches (DAs) of 22 countries to Gurez where they were shown the proof of Pakistan's involvement in relentless militant infiltrations. They were also taken around Gurez town where they were free to interact with the local public. They saw numerous houses and shops which were destroyed by enemy shelling, used as a smoke screen to facilitate infiltration.

Briefing the Defence Attaches, Maj Gen JK Mohanty, GOC, Mountain Division, said that the ruggedness of the terrain provides cover to the ultras to sneak in with an active support by Pakistani troops. Later, the Defence Attaches were shown piles of weapons, explosives and documents seized from militants. The slain terrorists belonged to Lashkar-e- Taiyabba.