New Delhi: Prime Minister, Narendra Modi on Sunday
condoled the death of five forces personnel in an encounter with
militants in north Kashmir’s Handwara saying their valor and sacrifice
will never be forgotten.
“Tributes
to our courageous soldiers and security personnel martyred in Handwara.
Their valor and sacrifice will never be forgotten. They served the
nation with utmost dedication and worked tirelessly to protect our
citizens. Condolences to their families and friends,” Modi said in a
tweet.
An Army Colonel and a Major
were among five forces personnel killed in the encounter at a village
in north Kashmir’s Handwara area, Director General of Police Dilbagh
Singh said on Sunday.
Two militants were also killed by the forces in the encounter on Saturday. (PTI)