Did a Teenager in Anantnag Succumb to Injuries from a Landmine Blast?
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Synopsis
A tragic landmine explosion in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district has claimed the life of a teenager. Identified as Shahid Ahmad, he succumbed to his injuries after being airlifted to an Army hospital. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns around military installations and the dangers posed by unexploded ordnance in the region.
Key Takeaways
- Tragic landmine incident: A teenager lost his life in a landmine explosion.
- Location: Anantnag district, near the Army's Khundroo camp.
- Emergency response: The victim was moved quickly to medical facilities.
- Historical danger: The area has a history of explosive accidents.
- Need for safety: Emphasis on improving safety measures around military installations.
Srinagar, Sep 15 (NationPress) A teenager who suffered severe injuries from a landmine explosion in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district passed away on Monday at the Army hospital in Srinagar.
According to officials, the incident occurred on Sunday when the teenager was near the fencing of the Army’s Khundroo camp.
“He was swiftly transported to the Government Medical College (GMC) hospital in Anantnag town, and subsequently moved to the Army’s 92 base hospital in Srinagar, where he eventually succumbed to his injuries. The boy had entered the fenced area of the Army’s Khundroo camp when he triggered the landmine,” officials stated.
The victim has been identified as Shahid Ahmad, the son of Mohammad Yusuf from Larnoo village in Anantnag.
The Army’s 21 field ammunition depot (FAD) is situated in the Khundroo area, recognized as one of the largest ammunition depots in the Valley.
There have been numerous accidents at this depot in the past. On August 11, 2007, over 20 laborers lost their lives, and many were injured due to a fire triggered by an accidental blast inside the depot.
On October 19, 2011, a laborer was critically injured after stepping on a landmine near the depot’s fence while performing lawn maintenance.
On March 14, 2015, a laborer was killed, and two others sustained injuries when a shell detonated accidentally inside the depot.
Tragic incidents involving live shells have occurred in villages surrounding the depot, leading to fatalities.
On March 1, 2018, two minors were injured when a live shell they were playing with exploded in Rakhi-Brah, Ranipora in the Shangus area.
On June 7, 2015, a live shell exploded during trans-shipping in a load carrier in Roonipora village, resulting in the death of a laborer and injuries to three others, including two women.
The Army regularly conducts operations to defuse leftover ammunition in the Rakhi Brah area, surrounded by mountains, with scrap collectors later retrieving the remnants.
Point of View
We must acknowledge the systemic issues surrounding military safety and the lingering dangers of unexploded ordnance in civilian areas. Incidents like the one involving Shahid Ahmad underline the urgent need for effective measures to protect local communities from the risks posed by military installations. NationPress stands firm in advocating for safety and awareness in all regions affected by such threats.
NationPress
15/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the teenager in Anantnag?
The teenager was injured in a landmine explosion near the Army's Khundroo camp and later succumbed to his injuries in an Army hospital.
What is the location of the incident?
The incident occurred in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, near the Army's Khundroo camp.
Has there been a history of accidents at the Khundroo depot?
Yes, there have been several previous accidents at the Khundroo ammunition depot, including fatalities and injuries from accidental blasts.
