Srinagar, December 29:(KNS) An encounter started between militants and government forces in Hokarsar area of Srinagar on Tuesday evening.

Reports reaching to KNS said that a joint team of Police, army's 02 RR and CRPF launched a cordon and search operation in Hokarsar.
The firing started when joint team of forces approached towards the suspected spot, it said.

A senior police officer confirmed to KNS about exchange of firing between militants and security forces in the area.(KNS)