CRPF soldier injured in Srinagar grenade attack | Latest News India - Hindustan Times
close_game
close_game

CRPF soldier injured in Srinagar grenade attack

By, Srinagar
Aug 14, 2022 05:08 AM IST

The CRPF personnel sustained minor injuries in the attack, police said.

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) soldier was injured after terrorists hurled a grenade at security forces personnel in Srinagar on Saturday, police said.

The grenade attack in Old City Eidgah in Srinagar came two days after four soldiers, including a junior commissioner officer, were killed and two injured after terrorists attempted to storm an army camp in Rajouri district. (AP)
The grenade attack in Old City Eidgah in Srinagar came two days after four soldiers, including a junior commissioner officer, were killed and two injured after terrorists attempted to storm an army camp in Rajouri district. (AP)

The attack in Old City Eidgah came two days after four soldiers, including a junior commissioner officer, were killed and two injured after terrorists attempted to storm an army camp in Rajouri district.

Hindustan Times - your fastest source for breaking news! Read now.

The CRPF personnel sustained minor injuries in the attack, police said.

“One grenade was lobbed by terrorist(s) towards security forces on Ali Jan Road, Eidgah. This caused minor splinter injuries to one CRPF personnel,” Srinagar police said in a tweet.

“Cordon and Search operations have been launched to nab the culprit(s),” they added.

Local reports said the grenade was hurled at a CRPF bunker.

Ahead of Independence Day, a security review meeting was chaired by Srinagar superintendent of police Rakesh Balawal on Friday.

“All Gazetted officers of Srinagar district participated in the meeting. This meeting was with respect to Independence day 2022 celebrations,” the officer said.

Unveiling Elections 2024: The Big Picture', a fresh segment in HT's talk show 'The Interview with Kumkum Chadha', where leaders across the political spectrum discuss the upcoming general elections. Watch now!

Get Current Updates on India News, Election 2024, Arvind Kejriwal News Live, Bihar Board 10th Result 2024 Live along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world.
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Share this article
SHARE
Story Saved
Live Score
OPEN APP
Saved Articles
Following
My Reads
Sign out
New Delhi 0C
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Start 14 Days Free Trial Subscribe Now
Follow Us On