2 Village Defence Guards Found Dead in J&K Hours After Being Kidnapped by Terrorists

In a tragic incident, two Vill Defense Guards (VDG) were found de in remote Kuntwara vill of Kishtwar in Jammu division on Thursday. two men, Nazir Ahmed and Kuldeep Kumar, h reportedly gone to Munzla Dhar area to graze ir cattle but never returned. Later, ir bodies were discovered, and reports indicate y were brutally tortured and killed by Pakistan -backed terrorists organisation Jaish-e-Mohamm.

Kishtwar Bandh and Locals Std Protest

Sanatan Dharam Sabha called for a complete bandh in Kishtwar in protest against killings on Friday. Following news of ir deaths, a massive protest broke out in Kishtwar, with locals blocking ros and std protest against Pakistan . Security personnel have been deployed in large numbers to man crowd.

J&K Goverr Strongly Condemns Attack

Lieutenant Goverr Maj Sinha condemned killing, calling it a “heius terrorist attack.” Sharing his condolences, he said, “ words are strong eugh to condemn attack on VDG members in Kishtwar. I convey my heartfelt condolences to families of brave sons martyred in this cowardly act.” 

Sinha also vowed to take strict action, promising to eliminate all terror groups responsible for such violence. He ded, "We are firmly resolved to destroy all terror outfits & avenge this barbaric act."

CM Condemns Gruesome Killings of 2 VDG

Chief Minister Abdullah and National Conference president Farooq Abdullah also condemned killings. In a post on X, ruling National Conference said party president and chief minister h condemned gruesome killings and asserted that “such acts of barbaric violence remain a significant impediment in achieving long lasting peace in Jammu and Kashmir”. 

Search Operation Launched; Security Tightened

After two guards went missing, officials suspected a terror attack and launched a search operation. With confirmation of ir deaths, security has been tightened in Kishtwar and nearby areas to prevent any furr incidents.