Encounter breaks out between security forces, terrorists in J&K's Shopian

TOI News Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jan 5, 2024, 08:38 IST

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An encounter between security forces and terrorists broke out on Friday morning in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian is underway, officials said. In the early hours, an encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in the Chotigam area of the Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir. According to officials, the encounter in the Chotigam area of Shopian district is currently underway. Police, Army, and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officials are on the spot, they said.

Encounter breaks out between security forces, terrorists in J&K's Shopian

NEW DELHI: A clash between security forces and terrorists erupted on Friday morning in the Chotigam area of Shopian district in Jammu and Kashmir, as confirmed by officials.
The encounter, which began in the early hours, involves personnel from the police, the Army, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), who are currently engaged in the operation on the ground.
The Kashmir Zone Police, updating the situation, announced through a post on social media: "Encounter has started at Chotigam area of #Shopian district.Shopian Police, Army & CRPF are on the job. Further details shall follow. @JmuKmrPolice."
The situation remains ongoing, and further updates are anticipated as the operation progresses.

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