Tragedy in Udhampur: Farooq Abdullah Mourns Loss

In a tragic incident on Monday, a bus accident in Udhampur district resulted in the loss of 21 lives and injured 29 others. Expressing deep sorrow, National Conference president and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah extended his condolences to the bereaved families and wished for the injured to recover swiftly.

Abdullah underscored the necessity for efficient relief and rescue operations and urged the authorities to provide comprehensive support to the victims and their families during this challenging period. The accident involved a passenger bus that rolled down a hillside on the Ramnagar-Udhampur road, colliding with an auto-rickshaw before landing upside down.

A spokesperson for the National Conference party conveyed Abdullah's emphasis on aiding those affected, highlighting his thoughts and prayers for them. As the community grapples with the devastating aftermath, hopes for seamless assistance and recovery remain high amid the tragedy.