Kishtwar – In a devastating incident that unfolded today at 1420 hrs, a horrific accident occurred on the road between Kandini and Drabshalla in Kishtwar district, leading to the loss of three lives. According to official sources, the accident involved a white Alto car bearing registration number JK06B 1909, en route from Kandini to Thathri.
The victims of this heart-wrenching incident are identified as follows: Rakesh Kumar, son of Subha Ram, and a resident of Badanoo, Tehsil Thathri, who tragically succumbed to his injuries later on while being transported to the hospital. Madan Lal, aged 50 years, son of Roop Chand, hailing from Saroor, Tehsil Drabshalla. He met a tragic fate, losing his life on the spot. Madan Lal was a teacher by profession. Dhyan Singh, the driver of the ill-fated Alto car, who was 40 years old and the son of Boudraj, a resident of Gandoh. Regrettably, he lost his life at the scene of the accident. Dhyan Singh was employed as a police personnel with the Jammu and Kashmir Police.
The circumstances leading to this accident remain under investigation, and no conclusive details or opinions have been offered at this time. Local authorities and law enforcement agencies are actively involved in the ongoing investigation to ascertain the exact cause of the accident. A case has been registered under relevant sections.
Anzer Ayoob is the Founder and Chief Editor to The Chenab Times