Diplomat Correspondent
Srinagar,(DD) Security forces killed one unidentified terrorist during an ongoing encounter in the Loorgam Nadar area of Tral today early morning.
According to a senior police official, the operation began after specific intelligence inputs about the movement of militants in the area. A cordon and search operation was launched, during which the hiding terrorists opened fire on the security forces, triggering a fierce gunfight.
“One terrorist has been neutralized so far, and the operation is still in progress,” the official said.
Security forces have sealed off the area, and additional reinforcements have been deployed to ensure no militant escapes. Further details are awaited.(DD)