CISF Jawan Injured by Accidental Rifle Discharge at Jammu Railway Station

Overview

• A Central Industrial Security Force personnel was struck when his service rifle fired accidentally while he waited at Jammu Railway Station for deployment on Amarnath yatra duties.
• The injured jawan was taken to hospital for treatment and officials said no other passengers or station staff were hurt.
• Local police have taken cognisance, registered proceedings under applicable law, and launched an investigation into the circumstances of the discharge.
• The incident occurred during routine movement of armed CISF personnel for pilgrimage security, and an internal review could assess whether handling or transport procedures were followed.
• News reports so far rely on initial police and agency statements and give no further details on the weapon malfunction or the jawan’s condition while the probe continues.