Encounter underway in J-K's Kupwara and Bandipora

ANI  |  Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) [India] 

An encounter is underway between security forces and terrorists in Karalgund area of Jammu and Kashmir's district on Friday.

Troops of 92 Battalion of the (CRPF), 32 Rashtriya Rifles and (SOG) cordoned off the area and is currently underway.

No report of casualties or has been reported as of now.

Meanwhile, another encounter broke out between the security forces and terrorists in Hajin area of the state's district. More details are awaited.

The valley has witnessed a sudden surge in encounter incidents since the past few months.

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First Published: Fri, August 17 2018. 09:00 IST