Reasi, Oct 21 : Three militants were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district this morning.

According to sources, acting on a tip off, a joint operation was launched by Rashtriya Rifles troops and police in Pathria in Mahore area, at around 1:45 a. m.

The militants opened fire on them and in the ensuing gun battle they were killed.

Two assault rifles, a pistol and four hand grenades were recovered from them.

A search operation is on in the area. (ANI)