Two militants killed in Kulgam encounter with security forces

Srinagar : Two unidentified militants were killed in an encounter with security forces in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said today.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Khudwani area of Kulgam district yesterday following specific information about the presence of some militants there, a police official said.During searches, the militants opened fire at the security forces who retaliated, leading to a gunfight. Two militants were killed in the encounter, he said adding their identity and group affiliation was being ascertained.