Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, Apr 25: A Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) associate, identified as Altaf Lalli, was killed by security forces in an encounter in Bandipora district today.
During the exchange of fire in the Kulnar area of Ajas, two police personnel sustained bullet injuries. They were immediately transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment, and their condition is reported to be stable.
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The operation commenced after security forces received specific intelligence about terrorist presence in the area, which led to the subsequent confrontation.
“On 25 Apr 2025, based on specific intelligence input regarding presence of terrorists, a Joint Search Operation was launched by #IndianArmy and @JmuKmrPolice in general area Kolnar Ajas, Bandipora. Contact was established and firefight ensued. Operation is in progress.” Chinar Corps of Army wrote on X.
Security forces this evening during naka checking at Qoimoh in Kulgam district apprehended two militant associates and recovered 2 pistols along with ammunition from their possession.
They have been identified as Bilal Ahmad Bhat, 28, son of Abdul Salam Bhat brother of militant Firdous Ahmad Bhat and Mohammad Ismail Bhat, 26, son of Ghulam Mohammad Bhat.
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