Terrorist attack in Ganderbal, J&K, 3 people killed, 4 seriously injured
Jammu-Kashmir News / Terrorist attack in Ganderbal, J&K, 3 people killed, 4 seriously injured
Jammu-Kashmir News - Terrorist attack in Ganderbal, J&K, 3 people killed, 4 seriously injured
Jammu-Kashmir News: A terrorist attack took place in Gagangir area of Sonamarg in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, in which three people were killed and four others were injured. The attack took place near the campsite of the Z-Mode tunnel, where terrorists opened fire on laborers working in a private company camp. Soon after the incident, army personnel cordoned off the entire area and started a search operation.Statement of the Chief MinisterJammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep grief over this terrorist attack. He wrote in his post on 'X', "Extremely sad news of the cowardly attack on non-local laborers in Gagangir of Sonamarg area. These people were working on a major infrastructure project in the area. Two have died and two-three others have been injured in this terrorist attack. I strongly condemn this attack on unarmed innocent people and offer my condolences to their loved ones." Infiltration attempt foiled on the Line of ControlEarlier, the Army foiled an infiltration attempt on the Line of Control in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday. According to officials, soldiers noticed suspicious activities in the Kamalkot area of Uri sector and challenged the intruders. The intruders started firing, to which the Army gave a befitting reply. One intruder is believed to have been killed in this encounter, although his body has not been recovered yet due to the inaccessible terrain.Security situationThe continuous terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir have made the security forces more vigilant. Recent attacks and infiltration attempts are an indication that despite the improvement in the security situation, terrorist organizations are active and trying to carry out their designs. The local administration and security forces are committed to face these challenges, but the safety of civilians and protecting their lives and property remains a priority.