Army soldier killed in accidental fire in J&K's Bhaderwah

Jammu, Aug 11: An Army soldier was killed after his service rifle went off accidentally in Sarna area of Bhaderwah in Doda district.

Quoting officials, the news agency GNS reported that an Army trooper lost his life when his service rifle went off accidentally at the battalion headquarters, killing him instantly.

The deceased soldier has been identified as Suresh Biswal, son of Kishore Biswal, resident of Dhenkal Odisha, officials said.

Meanwhile, police have taken cognizance of the incident and started investigation.