South Kashmir: Gunfight rages in Kokernag Anantnag
Posted on May 14, 2023 By Asian Mail Kashmir, Latest News, Top Stories
Srinagar, May 14:Encounter broke out between militants and government forces in Sagam Kokernag area of South Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Sunday.
#Encounter has started at Andwan Sagam area of #Anantnag. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow.@JmuKmrPolice
— Kashmir Zone Police (@KashmirPolice) May 14, 2023
In a tweet police said that a joint team of Police and army launched a cordon and search operation in Sagam Kokernag.
As the joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon the forces, triggering off a gunfight.
A senior police officer also confirmed about exchange of firing between militants and security forces.