At least three CRPF personnel sustained injuries after suspected terrorists opened fire at a security checkpoint in the Mirabazar area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Wednesday. While the Indian Express reported that two personnel were injured in the attack, the PTI-based report cited by Livemint stated that at least three members of the force were wounded.
According to officials, the assailants arrived at the location on a motorcycle. They targeted the checkpoint with gunfire before fleeing the area. The incident occurred while Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha was in Kulgam to participate in the Vaishaw festival.
Authorities have not yet provided further details regarding the condition of the injured personnel or the identity of the attackers. Investigations into the incident are currently underway as security forces continue to monitor the situation in the district.
Key facts
- The attack took place in the Mirabazar area of Kulgam, South Kashmir.
- Suspected terrorists arrived on a bike and opened fire before fleeing.
- Sources differ on the injury count: Indian Express reported two injured, while other reports cited at least three.
- The attack occurred while Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha was visiting Kulgam for the Vaishaw festival.
Background
This incident represents the first reported terror attack in the region since July 31, 2026, when two migrant labourers were killed in Kulgam. Prior to that, a policeman was killed in the neighbouring town of Anantnag on July 22, 2026.
Source: Livemint, Indian Express
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