A gun battle raged between militants and security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Saturday, police said.

The encounter erupted at Parigam area in Pulwama district.

“Police and security forces are on the job,” police said, adding further details are emerging.

“Encounter has started at Parigam area of Pulwama. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow,” Police said on X.

(With UNI inputs)