Terror strikes Kashmir again, 2 migrant labourers killed near a brick kiln in Kulgam

JAMMU

Terrorists have struck again, this time killing two migrant workers at a brick kiln in Kulgam late Friday.

Officials identified the victims as Bhopendra and Deepak, both from Chhattisgarh.

Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to track the attackers.

The attack comes less than 10 days after terrorists shot dead a police officer in Anantnag town.

Earlier, a policeman was killed after terrorists opened fire in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag town. The attack took place at around 12.30 pm at Lal Chowk in Anantnag.

The latest attack has happened near a brick kiln in Kellam area. The dead and injured were poor migrant labourers, who had come to Kashmir to eke out a living.

The Lieutenant Governor spoke with the Director General of Police, J&K and top security officials. He has directed the security forces to step up their operations and eliminate the terrorists.

The Lieutenant Governor wrote on X:

“I spoke with the DGP, Shri Nalin Prabhat and top security officials following the brutal terrorist attack in Kulgam in which a labourer from Chhattisgarh was killed. I strongly condemn this cowardly act. I have directed our security forces to step up their operations and eliminate the terrorists.

J&K Police and Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched an operation to bring the perpetrators to justice. Another injured labourer from Chhattisgarh has been rushed to the hospital for urgent medical care. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family and I am praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. J&K administration and the entire nation stand with the families.”