Srinagar: An independent Sarpanch was shot dead by militants in Pattan area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Friday, officials said.
They said the bullet-ridden body of the Sarpanch, Manzoor Ahmad Bangroo son of Mohammad Sadiq of Goshbugh area of Pattan was found in an orchard, Rakh area, and was taken to hospital. The doctors declared Manzoor dead on arrival.
A police official while confirming the incident told GNS that entire area has been cordoned off and a manhunt has been launched to trace the attacker (s).
Meanwhile police in a tweet said militants fired upon and killed one Manzoor Ahmad Bangroo (an Independent Sarpanch) at Goshbugh area of Pattan, Baramulla. “Area has been cordoned off & search to track the involved (militants) is in progress,” police said.
Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha strongly condemn the attack on Sarpanch. “Perpetrators of this despicable act shall be punished. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family in this hour of grief,” he said in a tweet.
National Conference condemns the “gruesome” killing of “BJP Sarpanch” in the strongest possible terms. “The vicious cycle of violence seems to be unending. May Allah grant him a place in Jannat-ul-Firdous. Condolences to his family and loved ones,” NC said in a tweet.
Meanwhile, party president Omar Abdullah tweeted: “Another targeted killing, another family in mourning this evening. This unending cycle of violence is heartbreaking. My condolences to the family of Manzoor Bangroo. May he find place in Jannat.” (GNS)
