Man killed after being hit by vehicle in deputy CM's cavalcade in Jammu
The deceased was identified as Bharat, a resident of Bihar, who was crossing the road when he was struck by the vehicle at Gangyal on the outskirts of the city
A man named Bharat from Bihar lost his life after being struck by a vehicle in the convoy of Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary. The accident occurred on Saturday, August 8, 2026, as the vehicles were returning to Jammu after dropping Choudhary at his residence. The incident took place near Gangyal, on the outskirts of the city.
Bharat was crossing the road when the vehicle hit him, causing critical injuries. Despite efforts by the driver and security personnel who transported him to the hospital, the victim succumbed to his wounds. An FIR was filed at the relevant police station following the tragedy, with further information pending.
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