Jammu and Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh stated that the recent Kokernag encounter has not disrupted the peaceful environment in the valley and that militancy is currently at its lowest in Kashmir. Singh explained that the militants had the advantage of firing first in the encounter, resulting in the loss of lives of several army personnel and a police officer. He emphasized that the situation in the region was normal before and after the incident, dismissing any misconceptions that it would have a significant impact.