Pulwama Encounter
JK: Encounter rages between terrorists, security forces in Pulwama
Srinagar: An encounter is raging between terrorists and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama region on Saturday, officials said.
Police said the gunfight erupted at Naira area of Pulwama in south Kashmir.
“Police and security forces are on the job.” A police tweet said.
The gunfight erupted when a Cordon and a Search Operation(CASO) was launched in the area following an input about the presence of a terrorist.
“The gunfight erupted during the CASO,” another security official said.
#Encounter has started at Naira area of #Pulwama. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow. @JmuKmrPolice
— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) January 29, 2022
The encounter happened hours after a police head constable was shot dead in neighbouring Anantnag district.
(With UNI inputs)
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