Srinagar, July 8: An encounter broke out between militants and security forces in Machhedi area of Kathua district on Monday.

Official sources told GNS that a joint team of police and security forces came under fire during searches in Machhedi area, which the forces retaliated triggering off a gunfight.

Meanwhile, more reinforcement has been sent to the encounter spot, they said.

More details to follow.(GNS)

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