Soldier Killed in Accidental Firing in Srinagar’s Rawalpora
Service Rifle Believed to Have Gone Off Accidentally; All Angles Under Investigation
Date: November 2, 2024
Srinagar — In a tragic incident, a soldier was killed on Saturday due to an accidental discharge of his service rifle in the Rawalpora area on the outskirts of Srinagar. According to officials, the soldier, who was part of the army’s Road Opening Party (RoP), sustained fatal injuries and died instantly.
A senior official confirmed the unfortunate incident, stating, “The soldier’s service rifle seems to have gone off accidentally, leading to fatal injuries.” Following the incident, police teams arrived at the scene and have initiated a thorough investigation to examine all possible aspects.
Further information regarding the incident is awaited as authorities continue their inquiries.
