Srinagar: One militant has been killed by forces in Malangpora village of Pulwama District in southern part of Kashmir in the wee hours of Thursday morning, reports said.
The forces have launched a cordon and search operation in Padgampora area of Pulwama district as they suspect two-three more militants may be hiding in the area.
A senior police officer said, “Two heavily armed militants are believed to be trapped in a house. Forces of 130 Battalion CRPF, 55 Rashtriya Rifles and SOG Pulwama are involved in the operations.”
Meanwhile, the train services on Banihal-Srinagar track have been suspended.
Details awaited.