Two militants killed in brief shootout in Shopian

SHOPIAN — Two militants have been killed in a brief shootout with government forces in orchards within Panzer and Daramdoora area of Shopian on Sunday, officials said.

Earlier, after receiving specific inputs about the presence of militants, joint team forces including Army’s 44 RR and SOG launched search operation in the area, a police official said.

On intensifying search towards the suspected spot, hiding militants fired upon forces which was retaliated and triggered the encounter, he said.

During the exchange of fire, two militants were killed. The dead bodies have been recovered and identification is being ascertained.

He further said that search operation is underway in the area.

In wake of the gunfight, internet services have been snapped in Shopian district.