Jammu: Security forces gunned down two terrorists during an encounter in the Sopore area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Friday. Their bodies have yet to be retrieved by the security forces. According to sources, the first terrorist, who was killed, got injured when he tried to break the cordon in Sopore.
Meanwhile, a heavy exchange of fire is still underway. Sources revealed that the gunfight broke out last night after a joint operation was launched by the Jammu and Kashmir Police and 22 RR of the Indian Army. The anti-terror operation, named “Operation Panipura,” was suspended during the late hours of Thursday due to darkness. About two to three terrorists were likely trapped inside a residential house in the area.
According to the Chinar Corps of the Indian Army, the Indian Army and police launched “Operation Panipura” based on intelligence about the presence of terrorists in the area. “OP PANIPURA, #Baramulla: On 07 Nov 24, based on specific intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists, a joint operation was launched by the #IndianArmy & @JmuKmrPolice in Panipura, Sopore, #Baramulla. Suspicious activity was observed by vigilant troops, and on being challenged, terrorists opened indiscriminate fire. Own troops effectively retaliated. The operation is in progress.”
