Army Porter Injured in Landmine Explosion Near LoC in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir
An unfortunate incident occurred near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, where an army porter sustained injuries in a landmine explosion. The incident took place on Saturday, leaving Zulufqar Ahmad (24), a resident of Slotri-Patiya village, injured after accidentally stepping on a landmine in the forward area of Mankote sector around 2.10 pm.
The forward areas in the region are equipped with landmines as part of an anti-infiltration obstacle system. Due to factors like heavy rainfall, these landmines sometimes get displaced, leading to unfortunate accidents like this one. Immediate action was taken, and the injured civilian was swiftly evacuated to a nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment.
It is crucial for authorities to ensure the safety and maintenance of such areas to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. The well-being of all individuals, especially those working in sensitive regions like the LoC, should be a top priority to avoid any unnecessary harm or casualties.
Our thoughts are with Zulufqar Ahmad and his family during this challenging time, and we hope for his speedy recovery. Such incidents serve as a reminder of the risks and challenges faced by individuals serving in conflict zones and the importance of taking necessary precautions to safeguard their well-being.
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(Keywords: Army porter, Landmine explosion, LoC, Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, Injuries, Forward area, Mankote sector, Safety measures)
Source: Agencies
