New delhi: A bus carrying pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district plunged into a gorge on Sunday, resulting in the death of nine people. The tragic incident occurred allegedly after terrorists opened fire on the vehicle, causing the driver to lose control.
Details of the Incident
The bus, registered in Jammu and Kashmir, was en route from Ransoo near Shiv Khori, a shrine devoted to Lord Shiva, to Katra town. Katra acts as the base camp for the pilgrims visiting the Vaishno Devi shrine located in the Trikuta hills. According to local reports, the bus was filled with several pilgrims heading towards their spiritual destination when it met with the tragic accident.
Police Statement
Reasi SSP Mohita Sharma confirmed the death toll, stating that nine people had lost their lives in the incident. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, particularly the claims of terrorist involvement.
Eyewitness Accounts
Locals reported hearing gunfire before the bus veered off the road and plunged into the gorge. Many on the scene rushed to provide aid to the victims before emergency services arrived. The bus, which sustained severe damage, was found at the bottom of the gorge, a grim reminder of the tragic event.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to verify the reports of a terrorist attack. Security has been heightened in the area to prevent further incidents and ensure the safety of residents and pilgrims.
This tragic event underscores the volatile security situation in the region, which continues to affect innocent lives. The loss of pilgrims on a sacred journey has left the community in mourning, calling for renewed efforts to safeguard such religious expeditions.
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