J&K: Encounter between security forces and militants underway in Pulwama

Srinagar, Feb 12(KMW): An encounter is underway in Ratnipora village of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district. Officials said that two to three militants are believed to be trapped in a house which has been encircled by the forces.

Locals said that around mid night, army and police launched a search and cordon operation in Ratnipora village which turned into an encounter.

Police spokesman has confirmed that an operation is underway in the Ratnipora village. Mobile internet services have been suspended in the area.