4 killed, several hurt in Budgam road accident

Atleast four people were killed and several others injured on Saturday evening when two vehicles collided in Central Kashmir’s Budgam district, officials said. The collision was between a vehicle and a dumper truck.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed shock and sadness over the accident. He instructed district officials to assist the affected families, provide prompt medical treatment to the injured, and conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident.

In a post on X, the official handle of the office of the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister shared, “Chief Minister has expressed shock and grief over the tragic accident in Budgam, where multiple lives are feared lost.”

“He has directed the administration to provide every possible assistance and ensure urgent medical care for the injured. The cause of the accident shall be thoroughly investigated,” the post read.