New Delhi : An Army Jawan injured as firing broke out during an ongoing encounter between militants and security forces in the Gujjarpati area of Zaloora, Sopore, on Monday, officials reported. The gunfight initially began yesterday evening.

According to Government officials, the operation was temporarily suspended overnight due to darkness, but resumed at daybreak.  “With the first light, fresh firing resumed, and a soldier was injured in the ensuing exchange of fire,” said an official.

Earlier, on Sunday, joint teams of the Army, CRPF, and police had cordoned off the Gujjarpati area, where they discovered a militant hideout. During the search operation, security forces came under fire, leading to the encounter. The operation is still ongoing, and authorities are expected to release further updates soon.