SRINAGAR: A fierce encounter ensued between militants and security forces in the frontier district of Kupwara this afternoon, official sources said here.
Defence ministry spokesman was not available for comment. Sources said a security forces search party was attacked by militants at Chowkibal in the Kupwara district with automatic weapons.
Troops also retaliated, ensuing a fierce encounter which was going on when the reports last came in.
Sources said there could be more than five militants hiding in the area. Further details are awaited, they said. (AGENCIES)
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