J-K: Encounter underway in Machhal sector, 2 terrorists killed
Oct 26, 2023
Kupwara (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], October 26 : Two terrorists were killed in an encounter between terrorists and security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district in the Machhal sector on Thursday, police said.
The operation is still underway, the police added.
"Based on a specific information provided by Kupwara Police, an encounter has started in Machhal sector in which two terrorists have been killed so far. Operation underway. Further details shall follow," Kashmir Zone Police said in a post on X.
Further details are awaited.
Earlier in the day, in a joint operation with Jammu and Kashmir Police, personnel of the Indian Army foiled an infiltration bid along the Line of Control in the Kupwara sector.
Taking to the social media platform, X, Chinar Corps of the Indian Army said, "In a Joint Operation launched by #IndianArmy, @JmuKmrPolice & Intelligence agencies on 26 Oct 23, an infiltration bid has been foiled by alert troops along the #LoC in #Kupwara sector. Operations are in progress."
Further details are awaited.
