KUPWARA, SEPTEMBER 28: Deputy Commissioner Kupwara Shrikant Suse and SSP Kupwara Syed Al-Tahir Gilani today visited Seemari in Karnah Sub-Division, where a tragic road accident claimed five lives and left several others injured.
Following the accident, the District Administration and Kupwara police launched a swift rescue operation,comprising teams from the civil administration, police, the Indian Army and emergency services. All passengers were evacuated and rushed to SDH Tangdhar, where five were declared brought dead. After medico-legal formalities, the bodies were handed over to their families for last rites. Six injured passengers were stabilized and referred to GMC Handwara.Senior officers from district administration and police visited GMC Handwara to monitor the situation.
During the visit, the DC and the SSP inspected the accident site, took stock of the situation and met the bereaved families. They expressed deep grief, extended heartfelt condolences and assured the families of all possible support from the District Administration.