Srinagar: In view of the ongoing military operation in Srinagar where an unidentified militant has been killed, railway service from Baramulla to Banihal has been suspended for the day, officials said.
An official said that the service from Baramulla to Banihal would remain suspended for the day.
The decision was taken as the military operation is underway in Nowgam area of Srinagar. The railway station also falls in the same area.
Earlier, police said an unidentified militant was killed and his identification is being ascertained. The operation against militants started around 2:30 am on Wednesday.
Police said the operation was launched following the specific input about the presence of militants in the said area. As the joint team of armed forces intensified searches towards the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon them triggering the operation.
Earlier on Tuesday, a Lashkar militant was killed in Charsoo area of Awantipora during the military operation.
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