Security forces on Thursday gunned down two terrorists in a joint operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora this morning, police said.
Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Hajin area following information about presence of terrorists there, a police official said. The operation was carried by Army, CRPF and local police.
"On the basis of specific input an operation was launched in Hajin by Army, CRPF & Police. Two terrorists have been killed and search operation underway. Arms and ammunition have been recovered," SP Pani, IGP Kashmir, said.
He said the search operation turned into an encounter after terrorists opened fire towards security forces positions.
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