Militant killed, 3 soldiers hurt in Kashmir encounter

A Hizbul Mujahideen militant was killed, while three soldiers were injured in an encounter in Tangmarg area of Baramulla district on Wednesday.

The encounter started after Army personnel and policemen launched an operation based on a tip-off about presence of militants in Bongam village, police spokesman said.

“The encounter ended with the elimination of a militant identified as Nisar Ahmad Wani, a resident of Adipora in Kunzer. He was affiliated with Hizbul Mujahideen," he said.

Three Army soldiers also sustained injuries during the gunfight while ensuring no damage is caused to the locals of the area, a defence spokesman said.

"The injured soldiers have been immediately evacuated to 92 Base Hospital for the treatment," he said.