Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Sept 21: A wreath-laying ceremony was held on the outskirts of Srinagar on Saturday to pay tribute to Border Security Force (BSF) personnel who were killed in a road accident in Budgam district on Friday.
Three BSF men were killed and 33 others were injured when a civil bus, hired by the Force for election duty, met with an accident last evening in the Brell Waterhail area of Budgam. There was an initial report that four BSF men were killed in the accident.
The wreath laying ceremony was held at the Frontier headquarters of BSF at Humhama. The ceremony was attended by Advisor to J&K Lt Governor, Chief Secretary, Director General of Police J&K, all ranks of BSF, and senior officials of Security Forces, and civil administration.
A BSF spokesman said that local villagers, along with the district administration, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and other sister agencies, were quick to respond, playing a vital role in the evacuation of the trapped personnel.
“Their courage and prompt action helped to prevent further loss of life,” he said.
The spokesman said the 33 injured BSF personnel and one civilian driver were immediately rushed to nearby medical facilities.
He said doctors and paramedics from Budgam District Hospital, SHMS, and the 92 Base Hospital of the Indian Army provided urgent medical care to those in need.
“The condition of the injured is being closely monitored,” the spokesman said.
“We salute the bravery and resilience of our jawans who risk their lives to ensure the safety and security of citizens. We wish speedy recovery to the injured,” he added.
IG BSF, Ashok Yadav said that the force stands firmly with the families of the fallen Seema Praharis, and BSF will extend all assistance to their wards.
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