Tragedy struck the Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda region as a transport vehicle carrying troops crashed into a gorge, leading to the death of 10 personnel. The mishap on the Bhaderwah-Chamba interstate route at Khanni Top claimed lives and left seven others fighting for recovery.
The convoy was bound for an elevated security position when the driver lost control amid the winding, elevated path. Rescue helicopters airlifted the injured promptly, with top medical care arranged under direct oversight from senior command.
Leaders united in sorrow. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha said, ‘This heartbreaking accident robs us of 10 heroic soldiers whose service we’ll eternally honor.’ Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s office lauded the swift rescue and offered condolences. Mehbooba Mufti expressed deep empathy for the grieving kin.
In the aftermath, focus shifts to bolstering safety protocols for such high-altitude routes prone to accidents. The jawans’ valor in serving the nation despite risks inspires millions. As funerals are planned, the country rallies around the families, ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten.