Danishwar Hameed
An encounter has started between militants and Government forces in the Mishipora area of south Kashmir’s Kulgam district.
Official sources told The Kashmiriyat that on Tuesday, a joint group of 1RR, CRPF and Jammu Kashmir Police after receiving inputs about militant presence in Mishipora of Kulgam’s Redwani area, launched a cordon and search operation.
The hiding militants opened fire on the troopers during the cordon, triggering an encounter. 2-3 militants are believed to be trapped in the area.
As per locals, an intermittent exchange of gunfire is going on at the site of the encounter.
The Jammu Kashmir Police through its official Twitter handle confirmed the encounter saying, “#Encounter has started in Mishipora area of #Kulgam. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow.”
Details emerging.