Srinagar (NVI): An Indian Army soldier deployed in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district was injured today in an accidental firing at his unit.
An official said that the solider from the 8 Jat Regiment deployed at Hiri unit of Kupwara got a bullet injury. He said the soldier suffered injuries due to accidental fire from his own service rifle.
The official also said that the injured jawan was immediately evacuated to military hospital Drugmulla for treatment.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kupwara, Shriram Ambarkar confirmed the incident and said the injured Army man is presently undergoing treatment. “He is stable,” the SSP said.
