Srinagar, July 31 (KINS): Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday strongly condemned the terrorist attack in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district in which a labourer from Chhattisgarh was killed and another injured.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said:
“I spoke with the DGP, Shri Nalin Prabhat and top security officials following the brutal terrorist attack in Kulgam in which a labourer from Chhattisgarh was killed. I strongly condemn this cowardly act. I have directed our security forces to step up their operations and eliminate the terrorists.
J&K Police and Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched an operation to bring the perpetrators to justice. Another injured labourer from Chhattisgarh has been rushed to the hospital for urgent medical care. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family and I am praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. J&K administration and the entire nation stand with the families.”
The attack took place in the Kellar area of Kulgam district, where unidentified terrorists opened fire on two non-local labourers. One of the workers succumbed to his injuries, while the other was shifted to a hospital for treatment.
Following the attack, security forces and police launched a cordon-and-search operation in the area to track down the assailants. Further investigation into the incident is underway.(KINS)
LG Manoj Sinha condemns Kulgam terror attack, Orders intensified operations against terrorists
