SRINAGAR, Indian-controlled Kashmir, Dec. 28 (Xinhua) -- A fierce gunfight between militants and Indian troops broke out on Friday in restive Indian-controlled Kashmir, police said.
The gunfight erupted at village Renzipora in Pulwama district, about 35 km south of Srinagar city, the summer capital of Indian-controlled Kashmir.
"A gunfight started this morning between militants and joint contingents of police and army here," a senior police official posted in Pulwama told Xinhua. "Two to three militants are believed to be trapped in the area."
The authorities have suspended mobile internet service in the district and closed roads leading to the site.
"The exchange of fire is going on and details are awaited," the official said.
Officials said the village was cordoned off during the morning following specific intelligence information suggesting presence of militants.
Last week six militants were killed in a brief gunfight in an open field in Tral area of the district.
A guerilla war is going on between militants and Indian troopers stationed in the region since 1989.
