Srinagar : Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Agriculture Minister Javed Ahmad Dar, LoP Sunil Sharma and other political leaders on Saturday expressed grief over the loss of lives in an accidental explosion at Nowgam Police Station.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has expressed his anguish over the loss of precious lives in the tragic accidental blast at Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: “Deeply anguished by the loss of precious lives due to extremely tragic accidental blast at Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar. My condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for speedy recovery of the injured. The government stands in solidarity with the families, friends, and loved ones of the departed. All possible assistance is being provided to those affected. I have ordered a probe to ascertain the cause of the accidental explosion”. The Chief Minister also extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, including those of the police officers, forensic science lab personnel, revenue department officials, and other associated team members who lost their lives in this heartbreaking incident. He also prayed for the swift recovery of all the injured.
Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar also expressed profound grief over the tragic accident. In his message, the Minister said he is deeply saddened by this heart-breaking incident. “My heart goes out to the bereaved families. The pain of losing loved ones in the line of duty is immeasurable,” he stated. The Minister prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls and conveyed his solidarity with the families during this hour of immense grief. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of all those injured in the accident. The Minister expressed deep concern over the incident and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to ensuring the best possible medical care for the injured.
Extending heartfelt condolences, Minister Sakeena expressed profound grief over the loss and assured the bereaved family of full support from the Government during this difficult time.
Leader of Opposition in Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma in a post on X, said, “Deeply saddened by the explosion at Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar. My heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives, and prayers for the swift recovery of the injured.”
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chief, Mehbooba Mufti wrote, “Deeply anguished by the tragic accidental blast at Nowgam Police Station that claimed 9 precious lives and left many injured. This heartbreaking incident lays bare the risks and difficult conditions under which our police personnel serve to keep the rest of us safe. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, and prayers for strength and swift recovery for the injured.”
MLA Kulgam, M Y Tarigami, wrote, “Deeply pained by the loss of precious lives in the Nowgam accidental blast. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wish for the swift recovery of the injured. Unnecessary risks could have been avoided had the chemical examination and sampling been done at Faridabad.”
Peoples Conference (PC) Chairman and MLA Handwara, Sajad Gani Lone, wrote, “The accidental blast at the Naugam police station is heartbreaking. Heartfelt condolences to families of those who lost their lives. In this distressing moment may they muster the courage to bear this loss.”
Apni Party President, Syed Altaf Bukhari, said, “Shocked and deeply grieved to hear that at least nine people—mostly policemen and a Naib Tehsildar—have died and 29 others have been injured in an accidental blast inside the Nowgam police station. Such a loss of life is truly devastating. I extend my deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured.”
