SRINAGAR: Another militant has been killed in the ongoing encounter in the Hiranagar area of Kathua, an official said.
Quoting an official, GNS reported that a hiding militant has been killed in the ongoing encounter at Saida Sohal, bringing the total number of militants killed to two.
“The security forces are continuing with the operation in the area,” the official said, adding, “It is primarily believed that another militant is in and around the encounter site.”
It is pertinent to mention here that the encounter broke out in the area on the intervening night between Tuesday and Wednesday, initially claiming the life of a CRPF trooper identified as K Das of the 121 Battalion.
More details awaited. (GNS)
