Mar 11 • 17:34 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Jammu: Gunfire on Deputy CM Surinder Chaudhary, Farooq Abdullah was also present at the event

During a wedding ceremony in Jammu, Deputy CM Surinder Chaudhary was shot at while Farooq Abdullah was present; Chaudhary sustained minor injuries but is safe.

In a shocking incident during a wedding ceremony at Hotel Royal Park in Greater Kailash, Jammu, gunfire erupted, creating chaos among the attendees. Prominent political figures including Jammu and Kashmir's Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Chaudhary and National Conference patron Farooq Abdullah were present at the event. While Surinder Chaudhary suffered minor injuries from the pellets, Farooq Abdullah remained unharmed.

Security personnel swiftly apprehended the assailant, identified as Kamal Singh Jamwal, immediately following the incident. Local police have launched an investigation into the motive behind the shooting and are currently questioning the accused. The situation has raised serious concerns regarding the safety of public figures in Jammu and Kashmir, especially during public gatherings.

The event's disruption and the presence of high-profile politicians have intensified discussions about security measures in the region. As the investigation unfolds, it highlights the ongoing vulnerabilities faced by political leaders in volatile areas, emphasizing the need for enhanced protective measures at such public events considering the region's unstable security landscape.

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