Security forces gun down two 'Hizbul Mujahideen' militants

Kandi (Jammu and Kashmir), Feb 13 (ANI): Security forces gunned down two militants belonging to the Hizbul Mujahideen terror outfit after a prolonged encounter in Kandi region of Rajouri district here.

The dead militants have been identified as Janesar and Saddam, both residents of Rajouri district.

Police recovered an A.K. 47 Rifle, a carbine, a wireless set and other ammunition from their possession.

General Officer Commanding of Rashtriya Rifles, KAS Bhullar said, "Based on information a joint party of Jammu and Kashmir Police and 48 Rashtriya Rifles launched an operation in the forest."

"In the encounter two militants were killed," added Bhullar. (ANI)