2 ISJK terrorists gunned down in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam
Synopsis
Security forces killed two terrorists of an Islamic State-inspired group during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir
Srinagar: Two terrorists from an Islamic State-inspired group were gunned down during an encounter in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district today (May 25). The terrorists have been identified as Adil Ahmad Wani alias Abu Ibrahim and Shaheen Bashir Thoker.
Also read: On May 25, 116 passengers travelled from Tamil Nadu to Delhi
According to a report by the Hindustan Times, the duo belonged to the Shopian district of Kashmir region. Wani was active from September 12, 2017. Thoker joined the ranks on August 15 last year
Thoker had crossed over to ISJK from the Lashkar-e-Taiba.
The duo was gunned down during an encounter with a joint team of 34 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the police in Manzgam area of Kulgam district.
More details are awaited.
Stay updated with the Breaking News Today and Latest News from across India and around the world. Get real-time updates, in-depth analysis, and comprehensive coverage of India News, World News, Indian Defence News, Kerala News, and Karnataka News. From politics to current affairs, follow every major story as it unfolds. Get real-time updates from IMD on major cities weather forecasts, including Rain alerts, Cyclone warnings, and temperature trends. Download the Asianet News Official App from the Android Play Store and iPhone App Store for accurate and timely news updates anytime, anywhere.