Handwara, Nov 24(KNS): Police in Handwara along with security forces have busted a terrorist hideout in the forest area of Mughalpora Kremhora and recovered ammunition and explosives.

"Acting on a specific input, Police along with Army (15 RR) and CRPF (92 Bn), launched a meticulous combing operation in the forest area of Mughalpora Kremhora falling under the jurisdiction of Police Post Zachaldara," a police spokesperson said.

"During the operation, a terrorist hideout was discovered, and a significant cache of explosives & ammunition, including 10 grenades recovered from the site.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThe recovered explosives have been safely seized for further investigation and legal proceedings," he said.

He also said that the timely action has dealt a serious blow to the nefarious activities of terrorists operating in the region, preventing potential threats to peace and security.(KNS).