During searches, the terrorists opened fire at the security forces who retaliated, leading to a gunfight.
The encounter took place in Shopian district's Gatapore village on Monday. (Representational Image)
Srinagar: At least two Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists were killed and another arrested in an encounter with the security forces in the Khudwani village of Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam.
Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Khudwani area of Kulgam district on Saturday following specific information about the presence of some terrorists there, a police official said.
During searches, the militants opened fire at the security forces who retaliated, leading to a gunfight.
Two militants were killed in the encounter, he said adding their identity and group affiliation was being ascertained.
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