J&K: 2 militants killed in Kulgam, US-made M4 rifle recovered

A joint operation involving police, CRPF and Ist RR of the Army was launched

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Two militants were killed on Saturday in an encounter with security forces in Kulgam in south Kashmir.

Army spokesman Colonel Rajesh Kalia in a statement said two militants were killed at Chingam in Kulgam.

He said one US-made M4 rifle and one pistol were recovered from the slain militants.

The operation started after security forces received information about the presence of militants in Chingam.

A joint operation involving police, CRPF and Ist RR of the Army was launched and a cordon-and-search drive was carried out.

As the security forces zeroed in on the hideout, they came under fire.

In the ensuing encounter, two militants were killed. Their identities are being ascertained.

Meanwhile, as a precautionary measure, internet services have been suspended in the area.

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