Non-local vendor shot dead by terrorists in J&K’s Anantnag, LG condemns killing
18 Apr 2024 10:35:38
A non-local vendor, hailing from Bihar, was shot dead by the terrorists in the Bijbehara area of South Kashmir's Anantnag district on Wednesday evening.
According to Kashmir Police, the civilian, hailing from Bihar, identified as Raja Shah, was fired upon by the terrorists in Bijbehara.
Taking to social media handle X, Kashmir Zone Police posted, "Terrorists fired upon and critically injured one person identified as Raju Shah, a resident of Bihar, at Jablipora Bijbehera, Anantnag."
"The injured person, who was shot at by terrorists, succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. A search operation is underway in the area. Further details are to follow, the police further informed.
The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, has condemned the terror attack in Bijbehara, Anantnag.
"No words are strong enough to condemn the heinous terrorist attack in Bijbehara, Anantnag, targeting Raja Shah, a resident of Bihar. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of the innocent civilian martyred in this cowardly attack," the Lt. Governor said as per the statement.