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Search operation launched in Hajin, clashes erupt

Hajin: The government forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Hajin area of Bandipora district on Wednesday.

The operation was launched in the Naid Mohallah Hajin after intel was received about the presence of militants in the area, sources said.

According to reports, personnel of 13 RR along with SOG and CRPF started the operation. Soon after, clashes erupted between the locals and the forces.

The protestors pelted stones at the personnel soon after the operation was launched. “They (forces) fired tear gas shells”, a witness said.

An official claimed that the operation continued for an hour before the youth poured out on the streets and started protesting.

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