HM militant killed. another surrenders

Jammu, 9 (UNI) A Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) militant was killed in an encounter with security forces while another surrendered along with his arms in Doda district last night, official sources said here today.

Sources said the encounter took place at Changa under Gandoh in Doda district. Security forces received information that two HM militants had taken shelter in a village and the troops launched an operation in the area, they added.

The slain militant was identified as Nadoor Ahmed. His associate, Tanveer Ahmed, surrendered along with two AK rifles and as many hand grenades and magazines, the sources added.

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