Soldier Dies in Accidental Firing Incident in Mansbal Camp

Ganderbal, August 30: A soldier of the 24 Rashtriya Rifles lost his life in an accidental firing incident at Mansbal camp in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Saturday.

Officials said that Constable Chotu Kumar, who was part of the Special Quick Action Team (QAT), was travelling in a truck from Srinagar to Bandipora. Upon reaching the Mansbal camp, he jumped off the vehicle when the trigger of his service rifle (AK-47) was accidentally pressed. The bullet hit him below the chin, leading to his death on the spot.

Authorities have taken cognizance of the incident, and further proceedings are underway.
[KNT]

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