Srinagar, Jul 27 (KNS): At least two militants were killed in a gunfight that broke out between forces and militants in Bongam area of South Kashmir's Shopian district.

The gunfight broke out following the Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) by joint team of forces after receiving inputs about the presence of militants in the area.

The CASO was launched during the intervening night of Friday-Saturday.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Officials said that during the searches, the hiding militants fired upon the forces, which was retaliated, thus leading to the gunfight.

Two militants whose identification is being ascertained were killed, officials said. (KNS)