An encounter has started between security forces and terrorists in Gandoh area of Doda district. "CASO (cordon and search operation) was launched in Gandoh area today by police and army," an officer said.
He said as the security forces came closer, the hiding terrorists started firing at the forces, triggering an encounter.
"Firing is continuing in the area," officials said.
Today's operation in Doda district is part of a larger strategy by security forces and intelligence agencies to eliminate terrorism from Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Kishtwar and Reasi districts of Jammu region, where a group of around 70 foreign terrorists are reportedly holed up. But is present. Active.
He said as the security forces came closer, the hiding terrorists started firing at the forces, triggering an encounter.
"Firing is continuing in the area," officials said.
Today's operation in Doda district is part of a larger strategy by security forces and intelligence agencies to eliminate terrorism from Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Kishtwar and Reasi districts of Jammu region, where a group of around 70 foreign terrorists are reportedly holed up. But is present. Active.
