Kishtwar, Feb 22 ; An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district on Sunday, officials said.
A joint cordon and search operation was launched by the Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police in the forested region following specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of terrorists officials said.
“As the security forces were cordoning the area, the hiding terrorists opened fire on them, which was retaliated, triggering an encounter,” a police official said.
Officials confirmed that additional reinforcements have been rushed to the spot to strengthen the cordon and thwart any attempt by the terrorists to flee. The exchange of fire was underway when the last reports came in.
Further details are awaited. (KNS)
