Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir launched an anti-terror operation in the Billawar area of Kathua district after terrorists opened fire on a patrolling team.
The encounter began during a cordon and search operation when Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists fired at the forces, officials said.
The operation comes days after a previous search was carried out in the Kathua district to track down terrorists. The gunfight erupted after security forces acted on specific information about the presence of 2 to 3 terrorists in the area, officials added.
