Jawan, civilian killed as militants attack Army camp in J-K

Press Trust of India  |  Srinagar 

An jawan and a civilian were killed last night when terrorists attacked an camp in militant-infested district of South Kashmir, police said.

This is the first terror strike by militants after the Centre announced cessation of operations during the holy month of Ramzan.

Police said the militants attacked the camp of 50 Rashtriya Rifles at Kakapora in district leaving a jawan seriously injured.

A civilian identified as was also caught in the crossfire leaving him seriously injured.

Both were rushed to a hospital where the duo succumbed to their

Authorities have clamped prohibitory orders in parts of district.

They said the fire was retaliated by the personnel.

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First Published: Mon, May 28 2018. 04:41 IST