VDG Member Injured in Accidental Gunfire in Jammu & Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir authorities reported that a member of the VDG suffered a gunshot wound when a firearm discharged unintentionally. The incident occurred in an unspecified location within the region and was described as an accidental firing rather than a deliberate act.
Medical teams promptly attended to the injured person, providing first‑aid and transporting him to a nearby hospital for further treatment.
Local police have opened a preliminary inquiry to establish the circumstances that led to the mishap and to verify whether safety protocols were breached. No other injuries or casualties have been reported, and officials have urged the public to handle weapons with utmost caution to prevent similar accidents.