Musa planned October 2024 attack: Terrorists set base in Kokernag forest, recced Gulmarg sites

New revelations have surfaced regarding the terrorist attack that rocked Jammu and Kashmir earlier this year. According to intelligence sources, the planning for the attack was initiated in October 2024 by terrorist commander Musa, who later moved into the dense forests of Gulmarg. Working in close coordination with Adil Thokar, Musa carefully orchestrated every detail of the strike.The militants conducted reconnaissance missions from the Kokernag forests, where they had set up a semi-permanent base. The strategic use of these remote and forested areas allowed them to remain undetected while observing movement patterns and security lapses in the region. Sources confirm that the final planning phase for the assault took place during the first week of April, marking months of preparation.ABP News has learned that this group of terrorists used sophisticated methods to communicate and mobilize, making it difficult for intelligence agencies to intercept their plans in time. The fact that Kokernag’s forest zone was used as a hideout highlights the challenge security forces face in monitoring these difficult terrains.The investigation continues as security agencies piece together the network that supported this operation, raising concerns about sleeper cells and logistical support available to these terror outfits in the region.