9 Pilgrims Dead as Bus Falls into Gorge in J&K, Terror Attack Suspected

9 Pilgrims Dead as Bus Falls into Gorge in J&K, Terror Attack Suspected

Keywords: Bus accident, Jammu and Kashmir, Terror attack, Pilgrims

Jammu, J&K: A tragic incident occurred in Jammu and Kashmir when a bus carrying pilgrims fell into a deep gorge, resulting in the death of nine people. The incident has raised suspicions of a terrorist attack.

According to reports, the bus was carrying a group of people who were part of a pilgrimage to a holy shrine. The accident took place on a remote stretch of road in the Kishtwar district.

Rescue teams immediately rushed to the scene and recovered the bodies of the deceased. Several other passengers were injured and are receiving medical treatment at a nearby hospital.

The police have launched an investigation into the incident. While no official statement has been made, sources within the security forces suspect that it could have been a terrorist attack.

The bus had reportedly been targeted by an improvised explosive device (IED) planted on the road. The explosion caused the bus to swerve off the road and plunge into the gorge below.

The incident has sent shockwaves across the region and has sparked widespread condemnation. Political leaders and religious groups have expressed condolences to the families of the victims and demanded a thorough investigation.

Security forces have been deployed in the area to prevent any further incidents. They are conducting searches and combing operations to apprehend any suspects involved in the attack.

The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released soon.