2 terrorists killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district
Authored By Wion Web Desk
Published: Jan 20, 2019, 19:55 IST | Updated: Jan 20, 2019, 19:55 IST
Encounter in J&K
Two terrorists were killed in an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district on Monday.
Theencounter broke out between security forces and militants after the police launched a search and cordon operation.
The operation was launchedin Hapatnaar area of Budgam District following information about the presence of militants in the area, a police official said.
The search operation turned into a gunbattle after militants opened fire on security forces, the official added.
52 Rashtriya Rifles, Budgam police and CRPF personnel are involved in the operation against the terrorists.
(With inputs from agencies)