Kashmir: Encounter starts in Tujjar village of Sopore

An encounter has started near Sopore town in South Kashmir. Sources say 2-3 militants are suspected to be hiding in Tujjar village.

An encounter has started between militants and security forces in Tujjar village of Sopore in Jammu and Kashmir. Local police, the Central Reserve Police Force and the Army are jointly conducting the operation. "Encounter has started at Tujjar area of Sopore. Police and Army are on the job. Further details shall follow," the Kashmir Police said in a tweet. Sources said security forces had received a tip-off that some militants were hiding in Tujjar village. Acting on the tip-off, security forces started a search operation in the village. During the search operation, the troops were reportedly fired upon, following which an encounter started.