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Two militants killed in encounter with security forces in Baramulla

The identity and group affiliation of the slain ultras was being ascertained

Kashmir

Indian policemen fire teargas shells towards demonstrators during a protest near the site of a gun battle between Indian security forces and suspected militants in Kashmir.

Press Trust of India Srinagar

Two militants were killed in an overnight encounter with security forces in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, the Army said here on Thursday.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Brath Kalan area of Sopore on Wednesday evening following information about presence of militants there, an Army official said.

He said the operation turned into an encounter after militants opened fire on security forces.

Two militants have been killed, the official said, adding the operation was still in progress.

The identity and group affiliation of the slain ultras was being ascertained, he added.

 
Topics : Kashmir

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First Published: Dec 13 2018 | 9:55 AM IST

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