J&K: Encounter Breaks Out Between Security Forces, Terrorists In Pulwama

The encounter between the security forces and terrorists comes just a day ahead of the results of the Lok Sabha elections 2024.

Encounter began between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Pulwama/Representational Image

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An encounter broke out between the security forces and terrorists Nihama area of District Pulwama in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, said Kashmir Zone Police. "Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow," the police said. The encounter comes just a day ahead of the results for the elections to the Lok Sabha polls. 

A cordon and search operation was launched by the security forces in the Nihama area of the south Kashmir district after receiving specific input about the presence of militants there, said a police official, as per PTI.

The search operation soon turned into an encounter after the militants opened fire on a search party of the forces, who then fired back, he said.

#Encounter has started at Nihama area of District #Pulwama. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow.@JmuKmrPolice

— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) June 3, 2024

The exchange of fire is underway and there are no reports of casualties, the official added.