ISLAMABAD: An inquiry has been Ordered but Authorities over the death ofIndian Army Junior Commissioned Officer Subedar Sajeesh Kumar who died SeriMastan area of Behramgalla, Poonch district, Indian-occupied Jammu andKashmir. The incident occurred on Friday evening while the subedar led asearch party through treacherous terrain, officials reported. His suddenfall resulted in immediate death, underscoring the perilous conditionsfaced by troops in the volatile region. Colleagues recovered his body withgreat difficulty from the ravine, highlighting the inherent risks ofoperations in such rugged landscapes. However social media accounts claimedthat he has been killed by armed men in the area.
The 42-year-old officer from Kerala hailed from the 16 Madras Regiment andwas known for his dedication and leadership. Indian military spokespersonsexpressed profound grief, noting that Subedar Sajeesh’s contributions toborder security were invaluable. This unfortunate event has renewed callsfor enhanced safety protocols amid ongoing tensions along the Line ofControl. Local communities in the area offered condolences, reflecting onthe human cost of militarized zones.
Authorities have initiated an inquiry to ascertain the precisecircumstances, though preliminary assessments point to an accidental slipon a steep slope.
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