One dead, 12 injured as operation against militants continues

17 Aug, 2008

One person was killed and twelve injured in search operation by the security forces against the militants in Kabal area while the district administration clamped curfew for an indefinite period here on Saturday, official sources informed.
Security forces shelled the hideouts of the pro-Taliban militants at Deolai, Hazara, Kabal, Bandai and other areas of the district. Security forces have clamped curfew for an indefinite period at Tehsil Kabal and went for a searching operation. A 'Rabita' bridge at Asharay area of Matta was partially damaged due to blast caused by some explosive material planted, while some unknown persons tried blowing up a 'Rabita' chair lift between Fizagut and Imam Dherai, which was partially damaged. According to ISPR, besides Kabal throughout the district curfew has been relaxed until 8.00 PM.

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