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Kishtwar, Jan 18 : An encounter broke out between militants 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 militants.
During the operation, the hiding militants 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 militants from escaping. The exchange of fire was ongoing at the time of filing this report.
Further details are awaited. (Agencies)
