Two Hizbul militants killed in Anantnag encounter

An encounter erupted when the militants opened fire on the forces who retaliated, the official said, adding the exchange of fire is underway.

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An official said security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Muniward village in the Khanabal area of the district early this morning following specific information about the presence of militants there.
SRINAGAR: Two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in an encounter with security forces in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir today, police said.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Muniward village in Khanabal area of the district early this morning following specific information about the presence of militants there.

An encounter ensued when the militants opened fire on the forces, an official said.


Police said two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in the operation.
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