In the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir three terrorists have been gunned down in an encounter that broke out between terrorists and security forces at Zadibal area in Srinagar district today.
According to Police sources a joint team of security forces launched a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) based on a specific input about the presence of terrorists in the area.
As a joint team approached towards this suspected spot, hiding terrorists fired upon them which was retaliated triggering an encounter and resulted in the elimination of three terrorists. The identity of the slain terrorists is being ascertained.
As a precautionary measure, internet service in Srinagar district has been snapped. Meanwhile, in another encounter at Likhdipora area of Nehama in Kulgam district one terrorist has been killed.
One AK-47, magazines and one pistol has been recovered from the encounter site. Operation is in progress. further details are awaited.
