J&K: In A First, A Militant Surrenders During Encounter With Forces In Shopian

Srinagar: Two unidentified militants were killed in an encounter with security forces in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said today. (Image: Representational)

During searches, the militants opened fire at the security forces who retaliated, leading to a gunfight. (Image: Representational)

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Khudwani area of Kulgam district yesterday following specific information about the presence of some militants there, a police official said. (Image: Representational)

Srinagar: In a first, a militant on Sunday surrendered during an encounter with security forces that broke out in Shopian district of south Kashmir last evening, police said here. They said a militant identified as Adil, who had joined militancy in May this year, surrendered after he was trapped from all sides. (All images: ANI)