Encounter breaks out in J-K's Bandipora between security forces, terrorists

After suspicious activity was observed, the security forces challenged the terrorists, who fired at the forces

PTI

Srinagar, Updated At : 11:55 AM Nov 12, 2024 IST

The firing by terrorists was effectively retaliated, leading to the encounter. PTI file

An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district on Tuesday, officials said.

Based on a specific intelligence input regarding presence of terrorists, security forces launched a search operation in Nagmarg in the north Kashmir district, they said.

After suspicious activity was observed, the security forces challenged the terrorists, who fired at the forces.

The firing was effectively retaliated, leading to the encounter. The operation is under way.