LG Sinha, CM Omar condole loss of lives
Jammu, Jun 14: Three people from Haryana were killed and two others injured when their car collided with a truck along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway near the Jagti-Karli area of Nagrota early Sunday, officials said.
The accident occurred around 2:15 am, leaving the car extensively damaged. While two persons died on the spot, another succumbed to injuries at the Government Medical College Hospital, Jammu. The deceased have been identified as Sikander Saifi, Shakti and Mohit Verma, all residents of Haryana. The injured – Deepak Verma and Kuldeep Sharma – are undergoing treatment at the hospital.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed grief over the loss of lives. “Deeply grieved to learn about the loss of precious lives in a tragic road accident near Jagti, Nagrota. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the early recovery of the injured. I have directed the District Administration to provide all necessary assistance to the affected families,” the LG said in a condolence message.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also expressed deep grief over the accident. “The chief minister has expressed deep grief over the tragic road accident near Nagrota in which three persons from Haryana lost their lives, and two others sustained injuries,” his office posted on X.
CM Abdullah conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls, and wished a speedy recovery to the injured. He also directed the concerned authorities to ensure the best possible medical treatment for the injured.
