In a shocking incident in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district, four non-local construction workers were injured when their bus came under attack by masked men. The attack, which occurred on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, sent shockwaves through the region as the culprits remain unidentified.
The incident happened when the construction workers were traveling in a bus from their worksite. Around 10 masked individuals reportedly stopped the vehicle, attacked the passengers, and fled the scene, leaving several injured. The attack appears to have targeted non-local workers, who are often perceived as outsiders in the region.
Local authorities rushed to the spot and evacuated the injured workers, who were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. One of the workers sustained serious injuries, while the other three are reported to be in stable condition. The police have launched an investigation into the incident, but no arrests have been made yet.
This attack has raised concerns about the safety of non-local workers, especially those engaged in construction projects in volatile areas of Jammu and Kashmir. In recent months, there have been sporadic incidents targeting non-local workers, leading to fears among the migrant labor community.
Authorities have assured heightened security for non-local workers and have appealed for cooperation from local residents to ensure safety. The incident also underscores the need for greater vigilance and security measures in such regions, particularly where tensions often prevail.