11 security personnel injured in two J&K road accidents in Shopian, Anantnag
Synopsis
Three separate road accidents rocked Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, injuring 11 security personnel across Shopian and Anantnag and sending 39 Amarnath Yatris to SKIMS in Srinagar. Officials have ruled out foul play in the security force incidents, but the cluster of mishaps on a single day raises urgent questions about road safety during the high-traffic Yatra season.
Key Takeaways
11 security personnel , including a CRPF Inspector , were injured in two road accidents in Shopian and Anantnag districts on Tuesday, 28 July .
A CRPF bunker vehicle skidded off the road at Wachi, Shopian , injuring 7 CRPF personnel and 1 local policeman .
3 ITBP personnel and a civilian van driver were injured when a pick-up van rammed their bunker in Pahalgam, Anantnag .
Officials confirmed foul play is ruled out in both security force accidents.
39 Amarnath Yatris were injured separately in a bus accident in Ganderbal ; all shifted to SKIMS, Srinagar ; none in serious condition.
Health Minister Sakina Itoo and LG Manoj Sinha visited SKIMS on the directions of CM Omar Abdullah .
Eleven security forces personnel, including an officer, were injured on Tuesday in two separate road accidents in Shopian and Anantnag districts of Jammu and Kashmir, officials confirmed. The incidents, which occurred within hours of each other, add to a string of road mishaps in the Kashmir Valley this week.
Shopian Accident: CRPF Vehicle Skids Off Road
A bunker vehicle carrying Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and police personnel skidded off the main road at Wachi in Shopian district late on Monday night. Seven CRPF personnel, including an Inspector, sustained injuries in the crash. A local policeman was also among those hurt, according to officials.
Anantnag Accident: Van Rams ITBP Bunker in Pahalgam
In a separate incident in Pahalgam, Anantnag district, three Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel were injured when a civilian pick-up van lost control and rammed into their temporary bunker. The driver of the van was also injured in the collision. Officials stated that foul play has been ruled out in both accidents.
Amarnath Yatra Bus Accident in Ganderbal
Earlier on Tuesday, 39 Amarnath Yatris were injured in a road accident in the Hariganiwan area of Ganderbal district when a bus skidded off the road and fell into a gorge. The bus was carrying pilgrims back from the Amarnath Yatra when the driver lost control. All injured were shifted to Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in Srinagar's Soura area. Doctors noted that while two pilgrims sustained head injuries, none were reported to be in a serious condition.
Government Response
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Health Minister Sakina Itoo visited SKIMS to meet the injured Yatris and directed hospital authorities to ensure all possible medical facilities are provided. Health Minister Sakina Itoo, posting on her official account on social media platform X, said: 'Deeply concerned by the unfortunate accident at Gund in Kangan involving Amarnath Yatra pilgrims. On the directions of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, I made a visit to SKIMS to oversee the treatment of the injured and ensure they receive the best possible medical care.' She added: 'Wishing everyone a speedy recovery. The Health Department stands firmly with the affected pilgrims and their families.'
Pattern of Road Accidents in J&K
The back-to-back accidents highlight persistent road safety concerns along Kashmir's mountain highways, particularly during the Amarnath Yatra season when traffic volume surges significantly. Narrow roads, sharp curves, and heavy vehicle movement during the pilgrimage period have historically contributed to such incidents. Authorities are expected to review road safety protocols in the affected corridors.
Point of View
Yet safety infrastructure — barriers, lighting, vehicle fitness checks — has historically lagged. The fact that officials were quick to rule out foul play in the security force incidents is notable, but the more uncomfortable question is whether routine road safety failures are being adequately addressed. With the Yatra at peak season, a review of convoy protocols and civilian traffic management on these corridors is overdue.
NationPress
28 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many security personnel were injured in the J&K road accidents on 28 July?
Eleven security personnel were injured in two separate road accidents in Jammu and Kashmir on 28 July. Seven CRPF personnel, including an Inspector, were hurt in Shopian, and three ITBP personnel were injured in Pahalgam, Anantnag.
Was foul play suspected in the J&K security force road accidents?
No. Officials confirmed that foul play has been ruled out in both the Shopian and Anantnag accidents. Both incidents are being treated as road mishaps.
What happened to the 39 Amarnath Yatris injured in the Ganderbal bus accident?
All 39 injured Amarnath Yatris were shifted to the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in Srinagar's Soura area. Doctors confirmed that while two pilgrims had head injuries, none were in a serious condition.
Which senior officials visited the injured Amarnath Yatris at SKIMS?
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Health Minister Sakina Itoo visited SKIMS to meet the injured pilgrims. Itoo stated she visited on the directions of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to oversee their treatment.
Where exactly did the Amarnath Yatra bus accident occur?
The bus accident occurred in the Hariganiwan area of Ganderbal district when a bus carrying Amarnath pilgrims skidded off the road and fell into a gorge. The driver lost control of the vehicle at the time of the accident.
