CRPF Bus Meets With Accident IN J&K’s Udhampur; 2 Soldiers Dead, Several Injured | X/DD News
Udhampur: In a tragic incident, a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) vehicle met with an accident in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Wednesday. Two CRPF soldiers lost their lives, while 12 others also reportedly sustained injuries.
The accident took place in Basantgarh area of the district. After receiving information, authorities rushed to the spot and launched a rescue operation. An ambulance was also present at the accident site. Locals are also assisting in the rescue operation. The injured have been shifted to a nearby hospital.
Authorities confirmed the death of two CRPF personnel. “Two CRPF personnel died and 12 others were injured after a CRPF vehicle met with an accident near Kandva in the Basantgarh area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district. Police rushed to the spot and started a rescue operation, and shifted all injured persons to the nearby hospital for treatment,” Additional SP Udhampur, Sandeep Bhat said, as reported by ANI.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh spoke to Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai and took stock of the situation.
“Disturbing to receive the news of a road accident involving a CRPF vehicle in the Kandva–Basantgarh area. The vehicle was carrying several brave jawans of the CRPF,” Singh said in an X post.
“I have just now spoken to DC Saloni Rai, who is personally monitoring the situation and keeping me updated. Rescue measures have been initiated immediately. Locals have voluntarily come forward to assist. All possible help being ensured,” he added.
More details are still awaited.
