Assam: Three militants killed in encounter with security forces in Cachar

Digital Desk: Three militants were killed in an encounter between security forces and militants in Assam's Cachar district late on July 16. 

The incident occurred in the Bhuban Hills along the Assam-Mizoram border, where reports confirm that three militants were fatally shot during the firefight.

Earlier that day, three militants were apprehended with weapons in Dhalai Ganga Nagar, Cachar. Superintendent of Police Nomal Mahatta led a team, including the arrested militants, to the Bhuban Hills following this development.

Taking to his X handle, Assam CM confirmed the development and wrote, "In an early morning operation, @cacharpolice killed 3 Hmar militants from Assam and neighbouring Manipur. Police also recovered 2 AK rifles, 1 other rifle, and 1 pistol. "

During the operation, additional militants hiding in the hills engaged in gunfire, prompting the police to respond. The exchange lasted approximately an hour, resulting in the deaths of the three militants, two from Cachar and one from Manipur. Three police officers sustained injuries, and a Cachar police vehicle was damaged during the incident.