Four people, including a CRPF jawan, were killed and several others injured in a tragic road accident in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. The incident occurred when a passenger vehicle collided with a truck on the national highway amid poor visibility and slippery conditions.
Police officials confirmed that rescue teams rushed to the spot and shifted the injured to nearby hospitals. The condition of some of the injured is reported to be critical, and medical authorities are providing necessary treatment.
The accident led to temporary disruption of traffic on the highway, with authorities deploying additional personnel to manage the situation. Preliminary reports suggest that adverse weather and reckless driving may have contributed to the mishap.
Local administration expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and assured all possible assistance to those injured. The incident has once again highlighted the recurring risks faced by commuters on the Srinagar–Jammu highway during winter months.
