NVI Correspondent
Srinagar, Oct 25(NVI):One of the army personnel injured in a terrorist attack in the Botapather area of Gulmarg late Thursday succumbed to his injuries on Friday, bringing the total number of casualties to five, including two army porters.
An official stated that one of the three injured soldiers was battling for his life since last night but unfortunately passed away at the hospital on Friday.
He stated that the incident occurred when terrorists targeted an army vehicle, resulting in the deaths of two soldiers and two civilian porters, while three others sustained injuries, including one soldier who succumbed today.
Meanwhile, additional reinforcements have been sent to the area, and a large search operation has been launched to neutralize the terrorists.
Meanwhile, the Army’s Chinar Corps in a tweet said that they chose to stand, to protect and to serve. “In their sacrifice, we find the true meaning of courage,” it said.
“All Ranks of the #ChinarCorps salute the supreme #sacrifice of #Bravehearts Rfn Kaisar Ahmad Shah & Rfn Jeevan Singh, who laid down their lives in the line of duty,” the army said.
“#Chinar Warriors salute their immense valour and sacrifice, express deepest condolences and stand in solidarity with the bereaved families,” it added. (News Vibes of India)
