Five Indian troops killed in blast during search operation in Rajouri

JAMMU (KMS) - In Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, five Indian troops were killed and several others injured in an attack in Rajouri District on Friday.

Indian forces’ personnel came under an attack during a cordon and search operation which was launched by them in Kesari area of the district. At least five troops were killed and several others, including an officer, were injured in the attack.

The Indian Army, in a statement, claimed that the ‘militants’ triggered an explosive device during the CASO. It said that the operation is in progress and further details are being ascertained.