Encounter on between militants and security forces in J&K

September 02, 2015 22:04

Reports indicate that an encounter is underway between security forces and militants underway at Vilgam in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district.

The gunfight is between militants and the 6 Rashtriya Rifles and 9 para-contingent that are taking part in the operation

This encounter comes hot on the heels of another face-off that took place on Wednesday between militants and the Indian Army.

More details awaited.

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