Encounter Breaks Out Between Security Forces, Terrorists In J&K's Kupwara

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Krumhoora village of Zachaldara following information about the presence of terrorists in the area.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Krumhoora village of Zachaldara.

Source : ABPLIVE AI

A terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in the Zachaldara area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district on Monday. Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Krumhoora village of Zachaldara following information about the presence of terrorists in the area, officials said.

#Encounter has started at Krumhoora Zachaldara area of #Handwara. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow.@JmuKmrPolice

— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) March 17, 2025

The search operation turned into an encounter after the terrorists opened fire towards the security forces' positions. One terrorist was killed in retaliatory firing and some arms and ammunition were recovered from the spot, they said.

The identity and group affiliation of the slain terrorist were yet to be ascertained.