India, May 22 -- A soldier was killed in action during an encounter with terrorists amid a cordon-and-search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Thursday, the Indian Army said.

The exchange of fire occurred in the Shingpora area of Chhatru after security forces launched the operation following credible intelligence about terrorist presence in the region.

"During the ongoing operation, fierce gunfight is continuing. One of our #Bravehearts sustained grievous injuries in the exchange of fire and has succumbed despite best medical efforts. Operation is in progress," the Indian Army's White Knight Corps said in a post on X.

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