Two Hizbul militants killed in Anantnag encounter

Two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in an encounter with security forces in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir today, police said.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Muniward village in Khanabal area of the district early this morning following specific information about the presence of militants there.

An encounter ensued when the militants opened fire on the forces, an official said.

Police said two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in the operation.