Encounter rages in Pulwama town

Pulwama May 02: (PTK) Encounter starts between government forces and militants in Dangerpora area of main town Pulwama.

An official said that on specific inputs about the presence of militants cordon and search operation was launched in the area by joint team of forces including 55 RR, CRPF and Pulwama Police

As forces zeroed towards suspected spot, hiding militants fired upon forces which was retialated, trigerring an encounter, he said

Two to three militants are believed to be trapped and operation was under way when this report was filled(PTK)

Further details awaited