The area has been cordoned off. (Representational)

An exchange of fire took place between terrorists and security forces in Sopore in north Kashmir's Baramulla district today.

The area has been cordoned off. "Brief exchange of fire between security forces and terrorists in Sopore. The area under cordon. Details will follow," said police.

The exchange of fire began after security forces launched cordon and search operation at Gund Brath area of Sopore after inputs of presence of terrorists in the area.