SRINAGAR: Security forces laid siege to around 13 villages in search of terrorists in south Kashmir on Thursday and arrested a Hizbul worker in Kulgam district. In Anantnag district, a suspected militant attack left a police officer injured.Following a tip-off, a police team arrested Showkat Ahmad Lone an alleged Hizbul overground worker with a pistol and four rounds of ammunition during a raid in Kulgam district. All entry and exit points in the villages were sealed off during the operations. However they are neutralised once they reach the hinterland," said Vaid.In Anantnag district, special police officer (SPO) Ranbir Singh alias Tony Singh was injured in an attack by suspected terrorists near the DC office. Singh suffered severe injuries and was rushed to the hospital, said police.

Source: Times of India November 09, 2017 16:05 UTC