Srinagar, Mar 25 (KNS): An army soldier who was rescued from an avalanche in Turtuk Sector that hit an army patrol in the wee hours of Friday morning succumbed to his injuries.
In a statement issued to KNS, Defense spokesman said that an army trooper Havildar Bhawan Tamang, who was earlier rescued from an avalanche in Turtuk sector, has succumbed to his injuries.
He said that the soldier, who was immediately retrieved and evacuated to the nearest medical facility, could not be revived by the medical team.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Havildar Bhawan Tamang was a resident of Lopshu village in Darjeeling Tehsil of West Bengal state.
Meanwhile, massive efforts are currently on to rescue the other trooper inspite of inclement weather in the area.
Lt Gen DS Hooda, Army Commander, Northern Command has expressed his deep condolences to the family of Havildar Bhawan Tamang. (KNS)