Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Baramulla

NEW DELHI: An encounter broke out between militants and security forces on Saturday in Sopore's Rampur region, located in Baramulla district of Jammu & Kashmir. Security personnel launchedthe operation following intelligence reports about the presence of militants.

"Acting on a specific input regarding the presence of terrorists in Rampora Sopore area of Baramulla, a joint anti-terrorist operation was launched by Police and security forces. During the search operation, an exchange of fire took place," Kashmir Zone police said on X.

Acting on a specific input regarding the presence of #terrorists in Rampora #Sopore area of #Baramulla, a joint anti-terrorist operation was launched by Police and security forces. During the search operation, an exchange of fire took place. Further details shall follow.

— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) November 9, 2024

Kashmir has seen a rise in militant activities lately. Two terrorists were killed on Friday in an overnight encounter with security forces in Baramulla district.

On Thursday, November 7, a terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in Kupwara district.

This is a developing story