Soldier Dies in Tragic Accident as Army Vehicle Falls into Gorge in J&K

Soldier Dies in Tragic Accident as Army Vehicle Falls into Gorge in J&K

In a heartbreaking incident, an Indian Army soldier lost his life after their patrol vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district on Sunday. The accident took place in the early hours of the morning while the soldiers were on a routine patrol near the treacherous mountainous terrain.

According to initial reports, the driver appeared to have lost control of the vehicle on a sharp turn, causing it to tumble into the ravine. A swift rescue operation was launched by the army and local authorities, who managed to pull out the injured soldiers from the wreckage. They were immediately airlifted to a nearby military hospital for treatment.

Sadly, despite all efforts, one soldier succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The other injured soldiers are reported to be in stable condition.

The exact cause of the accident is yet to be determined, and an investigation has been launched to probe the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. The army has expressed deep condolences to the family of the fallen soldier.

This incident once again highlights the dangers faced by soldiers serving in difficult and often perilous conditions in Jammu and Kashmir. Further updates on the condition of the injured soldiers and the investigation's progress are awaited.