SRINAGAR: A soldier was injured as fresh firing resumed during an encounter between militants and security forces in the Gujjarpati area of Zaloora, Sopore, on Monday, officials said. The encounter initially broke out late last evening.
An official said that the operation had been halted overnight due to darkness. “With the first light of the day, fresh firing resumed. During the ensuing encounter, a soldier was injured,” he said.
On Sunday, joint teams of the Army, CRPF, and police cordoned off the Gujjarpati area, during which a hideout was discovered. “During the searches, the security forces’ team came under fire, leading to the encounter,” the official added.
The operation is ongoing, and further details will be shared accordingly. (KNO)
