Security forces kill terrorist in a joint operation in J&K's Baramulla

NEW DELHI: In a joint operation with Jammu Kashmir Police, security forces successfully neutralized a heavily armed terrorist in Jammu & Kashmir 's Baramulla district, according to an army statement released on Sunday.

The statement from Chinar Corps said, "The joint team neutralized one heavily armed terrorist and recovered 01xAK Rifle, 02xAK Magazines, 57xAK Rounds, 02xPistols, 03xPistol Magazines and other war-like stores from the site."

Earlier on Sunday, Chinar Corps had announced the launch of joint anti-infiltration operation in the area based on intelligence inputs suggesting a likely infiltration attempt.

"Based on intelligence inputs regarding likely infiltration bid, a Joint anti-infiltration Operation was launched by Indian Army & Jammu Kashmir Police along LOC in general area Uri, Baramulla. Alert troops spotted suspicious activity and challenged, which resulted in terrorists opening indiscriminate fire. Vigilant troops responded with effective fire. Operation is in progress," the Chinar Corps said.