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Budgam Police Name Accused in Girl’s Rape and Murder as Chief Minister Visits Family

Authorities say forensic and medico-legal formalities are complete and the case will now proceed through the criminal-justice process.

Overview

  • A minor girl from Galwanpora in Budgam district was kidnapped, raped and found murdered, prompting FIR No. 139/2026 at Police Station Budgam and an immediate criminal probe.
  • Budgam Police have identified the accused as Mudasir Ahmad Mir of Galwanpora Sebdan after completing initial medico-legal, forensic and evidentiary procedures connected to the arrest.
  • Police state their investigation so far shows no other individuals were involved and they have reserved further comment as the legal process continues.
  • Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited the bereaved family to offer condolences and pledged that the offender will face the strictest legal consequences.
  • Authorities warned against circulating unverified material, urged calm to protect public order in the sensitive Valley, and said naming was withheld earlier to avoid prejudicing evidence and court proceedings.