Hizb militant arrested in Bandipora village

Bandipora: Police on Monday arrested a militant in north Kashmir’s Bandipora village.

According to sources, government forces had laid a Naka in Ajas area of the district following specific inputs about militants’ movement.

“A joint Naka was laid by Bandipora Police and Army’s 13 RR at Ajas village of Bandipora,” sources said.

“During Naka checking, one militant has been apprehended along with arms and ammunition,” he said.

SSP Bandipora, Zulfiqar confirmed that they have arrested the militant during the Naka and have recovered arms and ammunition as well.

“His name is Sarfaraz and he is a Hizbul Mujahideen operative,” Zulfiqar said. (KNO)