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2 security personnel injured in ongoing encounter in Bandipora

Earlier one terrorist was killed during initial exchange of fire between security forces and terrorists
10:27 PM Nov 05, 2024 IST | GK Web Desk
2 security personnel injured in ongoing encounter in bandipora
2 security personnel injured in ongoing encounter in Bandipora --- GK File Photo
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Srinagar, Nov 05: Two security personnel were injured in an ongoing encounter which broke out in Choontpathri forest area of Bandipora district on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.

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Earlier one terrorist was killed during initial exchange of fire between security forces and terrorists.

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The officials said that security forces launched a cordon-and-search operation in the Choontpathri forest area of Bandipora district, after specific inputs received about present of terrorists in the area.

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They said soon search party approach the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists fired upon the forces personnel, triggering an encounter in the forest area.

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The officials continued that one terrorist was killed during initial exchange of fire, while two forces personnel sustained injuries afterwards who have been evacuated to hospital for treatment.

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The operation in the area is underway, the officials said.

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