2 migrant labourers shot by terrorists in J&K's Kulgam, 1 killed, another injured
2 migrant labourers shot by terrorists in J&K's Kulgam, 1 killed, another injured

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2 migrant labourers shot by terrorists in J&K's Kulgam, 1 killed, another injured
Terrorists shot dead a 24-year-old labourer from Chhattisgarh in Kulgam. Another worker from the same state was critically wounded in the attack. Security forces have launched operations to trace the attackers responsible for this incident. This incident marks the first fatal attack on migrant workers since October 18. Officials condemned the attack and directed security forces to intensify operations.
Officials say that one labourer died before reaching the hospital, while the other was sent to GMC Hospital in Anantnag
Police sources said terrorists fired at two non-local workers at Kellam village in Kulgam district this evening.
Two migrant labourers were killed in a terrorist attack in Kulgam district. National Conference president Farooq Abdullah questioned the timing of this incident. He noted such attacks occur when his party demands statehood restoration. People's Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti called the killings a security lapse. She requested a high-level investigation and compensation for the victims.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge condemned the killing of two labourers in Kulgam. He stated that terrorists identified the victims before brutally murdering them. The two victims were identified as labourers from Chhattisgarh who sought work. Jammu and Kashmir and Chhattisgarh chief ministers announced financial aid for the families. This incident follows a recent terror strike during Amarnath Yatra duty.
Asked his religion, then shot him, Kulgam victim's brother alleges
The amount is in addition to the immediate assistance of ₹6 lakh each announced by the district administration
Officials identified the victim as Bhopendra from Chhattisgarh. He was shifted to a Srinagar hospital on Friday (July 31) night with chest injuries and later succumbed.
Two migrant labourers were killed Friday evening in Kulgam, causing panic among workers. Brick kilns across south Kashmir halted operations as labourers stayed indoors. Many workers expressed concerns about their safety and earning a living. Security forces visited the kilns and assured the labourers of protection. Officials directed authorities to ensure the safety of all migrant workers.
Deepak Ratre, a resident of Sakti district, and Bhupendra Bhaina from Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, both in their 20s, were gunned down at the brick kiln where they were employed in the Kelam area of south Kashmir's Kulgam district late on July 31 evening
Terrorists had attacked two brick kiln workers in Kelam area, where one of them died on the spot, while Bhupendra Bhaina (28) succumbed to his injuries later.