The encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Bandipora district. The gunfight started when security forces were attacked by the terrorists. Security forces were carrying out a search operation in Lawdara village

An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Bandipora district of north Kashmir on Sunday, said officials. Security forces killed a terrorist during an operation on Sunday, officials said.

The gunfight started when security forces launched a search operation in Lawdara village following specific information about the presence of some terrorists, the officials said.

They said the hiding ultras opened fire on the security personnel who retaliated.

The gunfight is going on when last reports came in, the officials said, adding further details are awaited.