Jammu: A confrontation between security personnel and militants occurred in a secluded forest region of Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Sunday, according to officials.

The clash initiated during a cordon-and-search operation in the village of Sonnar, located near Mandral-Singhoora in the Chatroo area around midday, officials reported.

Additional reinforcements have been dispatched to the site, and more information is expected soon.