Tragic Army Vehicle Accident Claims Five Lives in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch District

Key Highlights

– Army vehicle accident in Poonch district claims five lives
– Vehicle carrying 18 personnel plunged into deep gorge
– Rescue operations ongoing near Line of Control

In a devastating incident near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, an Army vehicle met with a serious accident on Tuesday morning, resulting in the loss of five soldiers’ lives. The incident occurred in the Mendhar sector of Poonch, where the vehicle veered off course and plunged into a deep gorge.

The Incident

The accident took place during a routine movement of troops when the vehicle, carrying 18 Army personnel, fell into a gorge estimated to be between 150 to 300 feet deep. The area’s challenging terrain and weather conditions have made rescue operations particularly complex.

Tragic loss of five brave soldiers in a vehicle accident during operational duty in the #Poonch sector.

Rescue operations are ongoing and the injured personnel are receiving medical care.@Whiteknight_IA @NorthernComd_IA pic.twitter.com/tBElXaNiJm

— DD NEWS JAMMU | डीडी न्यूज़ जम्मू (@ddnews_jammu) December 24, 2024

Rescue and Response

Military authorities immediately launched a comprehensive rescue operation upon receiving news of the accident. Emergency response teams were quickly dispatched to the location, and the injured soldiers were evacuated for immediate medical attention. The White Knight Corps has been coordinating the rescue efforts, ensuring swift medical assistance for the survivors.

Impact and Investigation

The incident has highlighted the challenges faced by military personnel serving in high-altitude regions. The Army has initiated a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident. This incident marks one of the most significant transportation-related incidents in the region this year.

Official Statement

The White Knight Corps has expressed deep condolences for the loss of life during operational duty. Military officials have assured that all necessary support will be provided to the families of the deceased and injured soldiers.

All ranks of #WhiteKnightCorps extend their deepest condolences on the tragic loss of five brave soldiers in a vehicle accident during operational duty in the #Poonch sector.

Rescue operations are ongoing, and the injured personnel are receiving medical care.@adgpi…

— White Knight Corps (@Whiteknight_IA) December 24, 2024

Looking Forward

The incident has prompted a review of safety protocols for military vehicle movement in mountainous terrain. Authorities are expected to implement additional safety measures based on the investigation’s findings to prevent similar incidents in the future.