Srinagar, November 12: Three personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were injured after suspected terrorists opened fire at a security checkpoint in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Wednesday afternoon.
The attack took place around 2:15 pm near Mir Bazar in the Nowpora Akhran area, where CRPF personnel of the 46th Battalion were deployed on security duty. According to officials, the assailants suddenly opened fire on the personnel before fleeing from the spot.
The CRPF personnel retaliated against the attackers despite sustaining bullet injuries. Security forces immediately rushed to the area and launched a search operation to track down those involved in the attack.
The injured personnel were identified as Head Constable Somveer Singh and Constables Rakesh Dass and Santosh Chandru. They were initially taken to Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag, for treatment. Constable Santosh Chandru, who sustained injuries to his abdomen and spine, was later shifted to the Army’s 92 Base Hospital in Srinagar for specialised medical care. The other two personnel suffered bullet injuries to their arm and leg.
Police, Army and CRPF personnel launched a joint cordon-and-search operation in the area following the attack. Additional security forces were deployed, while checkpoints were strengthened to prevent the attackers from escaping.
Investigating agencies are examining CCTV footage and collecting evidence from the site to establish the sequence of events and identify those responsible. Officials are also looking into the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Senior police and CRPF officers visited the area to review the security arrangements and assess the ongoing operation. Authorities have assured that all possible efforts are being made to apprehend the attackers.
The incident has once again raised concerns over the security situation in south Kashmir, with security agencies maintaining heightened alertness in the district and adjoining areas.
