LG Sinha directs best possible care
Ganderbal, Nov 10: At least 12 people, including tourists from Gujarat, West Bengal and Punjab, were injured after a Tempo Traveller skidded off the road near Sumbal Bala in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Tuesday evening. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said eight injured tourists from Gujarat and West Bengal had been referred to SKIMS Soura. He directed officials to ensure they receive the best possible treatment.
An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the vehicle skidded off the road on the SSG Road near Sumbal Bala, injuring at least 12 occupants.
The injured were shifted to Primary Health Centre (PHC) Gund, where they received emergency treatment. Several were later referred to SKIMS Soura in Srinagar for specialised care.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said he had spoken with senior officials, the Director of SKIMS and the Deputy Commissioner of Ganderbal about the accident. He said eight injured tourists from Gujarat and West Bengal had been referred to SKIMS and directed officials and the hospital director to ensure their best possible treatment. He also prayed for their speedy recovery.
The injured were identified as Sharda Bi, wife of Ramesh Bhai, and Ramesh Bhai, son of Bovin Bi, both residents of Ahmedabad, Gujarat; Daysha, son of Subash Chandra, from Surat, Gujarat; and Shobha, wife of Rajesh Kumar, and Rajesh Kumar, son of Derubi Patil, both residents of Ahmedabad.
Others included Swarnadyyti Ghosh, wife of Surjeet Ghosh, from West Bengal; Mala Ghosh, wife of Surjeet Ghosh, from Murshidabad, West Bengal; Surjeet Ghosh, son of Late Krishna Dulal Ghosh, also from West Bengal; Mukesh Bhai, his wife Kala Ben and their son Rohan Bhai, all from Gujarat; and Jagdesh, son of Amreet Singh, from Gurdaspur, Punjab.
Police have taken cognisance of the incident and initiated further investigation.
Health Minister Sakeena Itoo also expressed concern over the accident and directed best medical care for injured.
“Deeply concerned over the unfortunate road accident at Sumbal Bala, Ganderbal. I have spoken to the Director, SKIMS, and directed that the injured, particularly those referred to SKIMS Soura, receive the best possible medical care and attention. Their well-being is our priority. Praying for their speedy recovery. May Allah(SWT ) grant them Shifa,” she posted on X. (KNO)
