Kupwara Mourns Loss as Police Officer Dies in Tragic Road Accident
By Meer Altaf Hussain
Kupwara, November 11, 2024 — In a heartbreaking accident, a police officer from Kupwara district lost his life in a road mishap that has left the local community in mourning. The accident occurred on the Jammu-Srinagar highway near Banihal, where the officer’s vehicle, a Grand i10 with registration number JK01AH6950, reportedly lost control and plunged into a deep gorge at Ratanbas.
The officer was critically injured in the incident, and despite efforts to provide medical aid, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The tragic loss of this dedicated law enforcement officer is a somber reminder of the dangers that officers face daily in the line of duty.
This fatal accident follows another recent incident in Kupwara on the Tangdhar-Teethwal road near the Sikh bridge, where three individuals from Anantnag district lost their lives after their vehicle veered off the road. These incidents have underscored the urgent need for heightened road safety awareness, especially on Kashmir’s challenging terrain.
Local authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding these accidents, emphasizing the need for careful driving and stringent adherence to safety measures. The people of Kupwara join in mourning the loss of this brave officer, whose untimely death serves as a poignant reminder of the perils that confront those who serve and protect.
