An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in the Singhpora area of Kishtwar district on Sunday.
Official sources told news agency Kashmir News Corner (KNC) that security forces launched a cordon and search operation in the area following specific inputs about the presence of terrorists.
During the operation, the hiding terrorists opened fire, prompting retaliatory action by the forces, leading to an encounter.
Additional reinforcements have been rushed to the spot, and the area has been cordoned off to prevent the terrorists from escaping. The exchange of fire was ongoing at the time of filing this report.
Further details are awaited.
