In Jammu and Kashmir, a gunfight broke out between terrorists and security forces in Bandipora today. Official sources said security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Kulnar Bazipora area of Bandipora district following information about the presence of the ultras in the area.
They said the search operation turned into an encounter after the hiding ultras opened fire on the security personnel. No casualties have been reported in the incident so far. Further details were awaited.
On the basis of specific intelligence received regarding the presence of terrorists, a Joint Search Operation was initiated by the Indian Army and Jammu & Kashmir Police in the general area of Kolnar Ajas, Bandipora.
Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Kulnar Bazipora area of Bandipora district following information about the presence of the ultras in the area, the officials said.
They said the search operation turned into an encounter after the hiding ultras opened fire on the security personnel. No casualties have been reported in the incident so far, the officials said adding further details were awaited.