An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Sunday morning. A security personnel has been injured in the gunfight.
According to officials, the encounter broke out after a joint search team of the Army and police intercepted the hiding terrorists in Keshwan forests around 11 am.
Three to four terrorists are believed to be trapped in the area, police said, adding that the group was involved in the killing of two villagers in the area.
"Encounter begins at Keshwan Kishtwar between terrorists and Security forces. 3-4 terrorists believed to be trapped. This is same group which killed the 2 innocent villagers," police said.
Heavy exchange of fire is going on between the two sides.
Meanwhile, in another encounter on the outskirts of Srinagar, two to three terrorists are believed to be trapped.
The gunbattle broke out around 9 am in the Zabarwan forest area connecting Dachigam and upper reaches of Nishat area.
The forces had launched a cordon and search operation in the area following information about presence of terrorists.
"However, due to the difficult terrain, the exact location is not noted.Some shots were fired on our troops as well. The cordon has been intensified and we are hopeful that militants will be tracked and neutralised," DIG, Central Kashmir, Rajiv Pandey was quoted as saying by PTI.
