In a shocking incident in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district, an off-duty soldier was shot at by terrorists in the Tral town on Thursday. The attack, which took place in the morning, has left the soldier seriously injured. According to the police, the assailants fired upon the soldier, targeting him as he was going about his day.
The soldier, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Authorities have confirmed that the soldier is currently undergoing treatment for his injuries.
The attack comes as part of ongoing insurgent activity in the region, which has seen a rise in violence in recent months. Security forces have launched an investigation into the incident, with a focus on tracking down the assailants responsible for the attack. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the shooting, but authorities suspect that terrorist outfits active in the area may be behind the attack.
The Tral region, located in the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, has been a hotbed of insurgent activity in recent years, with both militants and security forces frequently clashing in the area.
This attack is the latest in a series of incidents targeting security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir, underscoring the continued security challenges in the region.
Local authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant as investigations continue, while security forces have stepped up patrols in the area in an attempt to prevent further violence.
The incident has sparked widespread concern in the region, with many condemning the attack and sending wishes for the soldier’s swift recovery.
Sources By Agencies