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An encounter is underway between terrorists and security forces in the Redwani Payeen area of south Kashmir’s Kulgam district.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Kulgam’s Redwani area Monday late night following information about the presence of terrorists in the area. 

#WATCH | Morning visuals from the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir.

An encounter started in the Redwani Payeen area of District Kulgam. Police & Security Forces are on the job. Further details shall follow: Kashmir Zone Police pic.twitter.com/VnLjA1Zpej

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However, the officials said the search operation turned into an ongoing encounter until the last reports came in. 

The Kashmir Zone Police said in an X post, "An encounter has begun in the Redwani Payeen region of District #Kulgam. 

Police and security personnel are on the job. More information will be provided shortly.

This is a developing story; more details will follow.