CM Omar Abdullah expresses sorrow over the tragic loss of a student due in a landslide in Poonch

Jul 21, 2025

POONCH: The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of a young student during a landslide in Poonch on Monday.

On Monday, 1 student died and 23 others, including a teacher, were injured due to the landslide in Bainch Kalsan in Poonch. Two students are in critical condition and are admitted in the district hospital of Poonch. The injured children were evacuated to the district hospital after the landslide hit the school.

CM Abdullah extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and wished a speedy recovery to the injured children. Additionally, the CM has directed the administration to ensure proper medical care for the injured and to conduct a thorough inquiry into the incident.