The record
Written from the 1 report below. Nothing here is unsourced.
- A policeman on Amarnath yatra security duty was killed in a terrorist attack on the Anantnag-Kokernag road in south Kashmir on Wednesday.
- The officer, Ashiq Hussain from Budgam, was fired upon around 12:30 p.m., injured, shifted to hospital, and later succumbed to his injuries.
- A search operation has been launched to trace the attackers.
- The attack is notable for coming after a long lull in such incidents in Kashmir, especially under tight security for the annual yatra.
What to watch next
- Outcome of the search operation to trace the attackers
- Whether authorities tighten or alter security for the ongoing Amarnath yatra
- Any group claiming responsibility or further incidents in the area
Coverage1
1 report
English national1
All filed from India
Named India · Anantnag · Anantnag-Kokernag road · Ashiq Hussain · Budgam · Jammu and Kashmir
The 1 report is listed beside the record.
Ask this story
Answers cite the reports above, or say they can't.