Two army personnel were injured on Wednesday in a gun battle with militants in Heff Shirmal area of Shopian district.
Militants fired at a joint party of Army’s 55 Rashtriya Rifles and Special Operations Group of J&K Police when they cordoned off Lonepora village in Heff Shirmal area following a tip-off.
As per reports, two top Hizbul Mujahideen commanders, who were present in the area, managed to flee. A combing operation is currently underway in the area.
(With ANI inputs)
(At The Quint, we are answerable only to our audience. Play an active role in shaping our journalism by becoming a member. Because the truth is worth it.)
0
Read Latest News and Breaking News at The Quint, browse for more from videos
Topics: Jammu and Kashmir Army Gun Battle
Published: