Soldier killed, another injured in Pakistani firing along LoC in Mankote Sector

Poonch: A soldier was killed and another injured in a firing by Pakistan army along the Line of Control (LoC) in Mankote sector in Poonch district of Jammu division.

Two soldiers Sepoy Karnail Singh and Rifleman Virender Singh suffered injuries and were referred to 150 GH Rajouri for treatment.

Karnail Singh died before being admitted and his body was brought back to battalion headquarters of 10 Jak Rifles while as Virender Singh has sustained injury in his right eye.

News agency GNS quoting official said, “The ceasefire violation happened in Mankote sector and the Indian army gave a befitting reply to firing.”