J&K: 3 terrorists killed in encounter with security forces in Shopian, operation underway

At least three terrorists have been killed in an encounter between terrorists and security forces in Keller area, Shopian in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The security forces have also recovered from the militants. According to reports, the operation is in progress. CRPF, Army & J&K police had launched a joint operation in the early hours Thursday. 

While the encounter is still underway, security forces have launched a search operation and the entire area has been cordoned off. 

Also, an exchange of fire is also underway at Yaroo area in Handwara. Area under cordon. 

Shopian: 3 terrorists killed in an encounter between terrorists & security forces in Keller area. Weapons also recovered. Operation in progress. CRPF, Army & J&K police had launched a joint operation in the early hours today.#JammuAndKashmir (visuals deferred by unspecified time) pic.twitter.com/dZpwwhxzBh

— ANI (@ANI) March 28, 2019

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