J-K: Encounter breaks out at Hadipora area of Sopore
Jun 19, 2024
Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 19 : An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in the Hadipora area of Sopore here on Wednesday, police said.
Taking to X, Kashmir Zone police posted, "Encounter has started at Hadipora area of PD Sopore. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow."
Since June 9, there have been terror strikes at four places in Reasi, Kathua and Doda in which nine pilgrims and a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan were killed. A civilian and at least seven security personnel were also injured.
Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a review meeting on the security scenario in Jammu and Kashmir and directed all security agencies to "work in a mission mode and ensure quick response in a coordinated manner."
Last week on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also chaired a high-level meeting to discuss the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir following the series of terror-related incidents. The meeting, attended by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and other senior officials, aimed to assess the current security landscape in the region.