Security forces launched a cordon and search operation at Futlipora in Pakherpora area, 45 km from here, following information about the presence of terrorists in the area, an Army official said.
He said the terrorists opened fire on security forces, who retaliated, triggering a fierce gun battle.
“Four terrorists were killed in the gun battle,” the official said, adding that the operation was still in progress.
Police sources said a security force personnel suffered injuries during the operation while two civilian youths were hurt in security forces’ action against protesters who were trying to disrupt the anti-militancy operation.
In another encounter at Bomai in Sopore area of Baramulla district, security forces shot dead a militant, a police official said.
He said the operation was still under way when the reports last came in.
(Agencies)
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