Army Jawan Dies in Accidental Firing in Kishtwar

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VoM News Desk | December 3, 2024 | 09:42 AM IST | Breaking News, Jammu Kashmir, Kishtwar | Tags: Army jawan, Chattroo kishtwar news, Kishtwar news, vomnews | Follow on Google News

Army Jawan Dies in Accidental Firing in Kishtwar

Army Jawan Dies in Accidental Firing in Kishtwar

A tragic incident occurred in the Chattroo area of Kishtwar, where a 24-year-old army jawan was fatally injured by accidental fire from his rifle while on duty.

The jawan has been identified as Satnam Singh, son of Balkar Singh, a resident of Sucheetgarh in the Jammu district. He was serving with the 11RR unit of the Indian Army in Chattroo area of kishtwar district.

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Following the incident, senior officials immediately shifted the injured jawan to the hospital. However, doctors declared him dead on arrival. After completing the autopsy and other medico-legal formalities, the body will be handed over to the family for the last rites.

Further details are awaited.

VoM News extends heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family during this time of grief.

(Note: This report has been filed in night hours, and any modification in this story would be subjected to details availablity)

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