October 21
An encounter has started between Militants and Government Forces in Laroo area in South Kashmir’s Kulgam District in the wee hours of Sunday
Official sources told The Kashmiriyat that 9 RR of Indian Army, SOG of Police and CRPF jointly launched the Anti Militancy operation.
Earlier Forces had launched a Cordon and Search Operation in the area upon receiving a specific input about presence of Militants in the Laroo area.
The troopers blocked all the entry and exit points to the Laroo area, and started massive search operation during which the holed up Militants opened fire upon the troopers, triggering an encounter.
2-3 Militants are believed to be trapped in the area, Local sources told The Kashmiriyat.
Details Emerging. (The Kashmiriyat)