Encounter broke out between militants and government forces

South Kashmir: Gunfight rages in Aaantipora

Srinagar, March 15:(GNS) Encounter broke out between militants and government forces in Charosa area of Awantipora in South Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Tuesday.

Reports reaching GNS that a joint team of Police and army launched a cordon and search operation in Charosa.

As the joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon the forces, triggering off a gunfight.

A senior police officer also confirmed to GNS about exchange of firing between militants and security forces.(GNS)