Attack on CRPF Personnel in Kulgam Leaves Two Injured
Two CRPF personnel were injured in an attack by militants in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, prompting an investigation into the incident.
Kulgam, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : In Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, militants launched an attack on Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel on November 11. Officials confirmed that the incident is under investigation as they gather more details.
The attack occurred around 2:15 PM when unidentified assailants on a motorcycle opened fire on security forces stationed at a checkpoint. Following the assault, the attackers fled the scene.
Two CRPF members sustained injuries and were promptly transported to a hospital in Anantnag for treatment. Initially, reports indicated that three personnel were injured; however, the CRPF later clarified that only two were affected.
This incident follows a previous event on October 8, when four CRPF personnel were injured in an accidental explosion while neutralizing explosives in the Konta area of Sukma, Chhattisgarh. Among the injured, two suffered serious injuries.
According to a press note from the district administration, a CRPF team had been deployed from Jagdalpur to inspect various camps in the Konta range and safely dispose of unserviceable explosives. While conducting this operation near the Bodrajpader Nala, an explosive detonated unexpectedly, injuring four personnel involved in the safety and disposal efforts.
