Jammu & Kashmir

Military operation against militants starts in Kathua, says police

A deployment of armed forces in Kashmir. [FPK File Photo]

Kathua: A military operation against militants started in Sanyal area of Hiranagar in Kathua district of Jammu, sources said on Sunday.

Sources told the news agency Kashmir News Observer that on specific inputs about the presence of militants in Sanyal, a joint team of forces launched a cordon and search operation in the area.

On intensifying search operation towards the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon the forces, triggering the operation , they said.

The local news gatherer quoting sources said reported that a group of militants affiliated with Jaish-e-Muhammad are believed to be trapped in the area.

A senior police officer also confirmed to GNS an exchange of fire between militants and armed forces.

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