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Two cops hurt in J&K as militants open fire during Eid-e-Milad

The incident took place in Gooriwan where the police team was on routine law and order duty for a procession

Police convoy attacked by unidentified persons at Bijbehara area of Anantnag district, J&K. Photo: ANI
Police convoy attacked by unidentified persons at Bijbehara area of Anantnag district, J&K. Photo: ANI
Press Trust of India Srinagar
Last Updated : Dec 24 2015 | 2:04 PM IST
Militants today fired at a police team during a procession in connection with Eid-e-Milad festival in Anantnag, about 50 kms from here, injuring an officer and a constable.

The incident took place in Gooriwan where the police team was on routine law and order duty for the procession marking the birthday of Prophet Mohammad, police said.

Sub Divisional Police Officer of Bijebehara Irshad Ahmad and a constable were injured in the firing, they said, adding both were shifted to a hospital here.

Further details of the incident are awaited, police said.

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First Published: Dec 24 2015 | 1:32 PM IST

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