LG condemns Kathua killings; orders thorough, transparent investigation

Srinagar, Mar 09: Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today condemned killings of three youth in Kathua and expressed deepest condolences to the victim families.

He said orders have been passed for thorough and transparent investigation into the incident, and assured the perpetrators will be brought to book at the earliest.

Taking to micro-blogging site X (formerly Twitter), Office of LG J&K said: “I am shocked and saddened beyond words at the brutal killing of Varun Singh, Yogesh Singh and Darshan Singh of Kathua. In this hour of grief, I offer my deepest condolences to their families and friends”.

“I have ordered a thorough and transparent investigation, and all the necessary support to the families will be provided. I assure the people that the perpetrators will be brought to book at the earliest. Justice will be ensured and accountability will be fixed,” Office of LG J&K added on X.