Jammu-Kashmir: An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Adigam village of south Kashmir’s Kulgam district today (September 28). At least three army jawans and one cop got injured in a gunfight with the terrorists, according to reports.
Two terrorists were killed by security officials in the Adigam Devsar area of Jammu and Kashmir. As per sources, they are identified as Aqib Shergojri and Umais Wani.
As search operation is still in progress in the area. In the initial exchange of fire, four army soldiers and a Police officer (ASP Kulgam) were injured. All of them are stable and being treated at Army’s 92 Base Hospital.
Based on specific intelligence input, a Joint Operation was launched by the Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir today at Arigam. During the search terrorists fired indiscriminately and a firefight ensued.
Kashmir IGP on Kulgam encounter
On Kulgam encounter, Kashmir IGP VK Birdi said, "The security forces received information yesterday late at night regarding the movement of terrorists in the Arigam area. When the security forces reached, they were fired upon. The encounter began and is underway right now. Three security and one police personnel have minor injuries. They are stable. The operation is going on and it will take some time to conclude."
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