SRINAGAR : A militant was killed in a fierce encounter that broke out in south Kashmir district of Kulgam, official sources said here today.
They said security forces and State police launched a joint operation at Shampora, about two km from national highway in Qazigund in south Kashmir following a tip off about the presence of a top Hizbul Mujahieen (HM) militant today.
However, an encounter ensued after militants opened fire from a house on security forces.The fire was returned leading to fierce encounter.
They said one militant was killed in the encounter and operation was still going on when the reports last came in. (AGENCIES)
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