J&K: Encounter Breaks Out Between Terrorists & Security Forces In Tangmarg Area Of Kulgam

A day after the Pahalgam terror attack, an encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in the Tangmarg area of Kulgam in South Kashmir on Wednesday.

According to reports, the exchange of fire between terrorists and armed forces is underway.

One of the terrorist commanders has been trapped by the Indian armed forces, as per reports.

The area has been cordoned off and a search operation is underway. J&K Police, Indian Army and CRPF have reached the spot.

Earlier today, a heavy exchange of fire took place between security forces and terrorists in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, during which two terrorists were eliminated and an infiltration attempt was foiled.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is chairing a Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting at Lok Kalyan Marg. Reportedly, NSA Ajit Doval, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Home Minister Amit Shah are participating in the high-level meeting to discuss the government's response to the Pahalgam terror attack.