Kishtwar: An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in the Singhpora area of Chatroo, Kishtwar district on Thursday.
Quoting top police officer, news agency JKNS reported that the gunfight began after a joint team of Army and J&K Police launched a cordon-and-search operation in the area following specific intelligence inputs. As the search intensified, terrorists opened fire, leading to a retaliatory exchange.
“Three to four terrorists are believed to be trapped. The operation is ongoing and being carried out with full caution,” the officer added.
Further details are awaited.
