Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel lost their lives and 15 others were injured after the vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road and plunged into a nallah in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Thursday, August 7, 2025. According to officials, the accident occurred in the Kandva–Basantgarh area when the vehicle veered off the hilly road and fell into a gorge.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh expressed concern over the incident in a post on X. “Disturbing to receive the news of a road accident involving a CRPF vehicle in the Kandva–Basantgarh area. The vehicle was carrying several brave jawans of the CRPF,” he wrote. He also mentioned that he had spoken to Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai, who is personally overseeing the situation. “Rescue measures have been initiated immediately. Locals have voluntarily come forward to assist. All possible help being ensured,” Singh added.
The Office of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha also expressed grief over the tragedy. In a message posted on X, the LG said, “Saddened by loss of CRPF personnel due to an accident near Udhampur. We will never forget their exemplary service to the nation. My thoughts are with bereaved families. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. Directed senior officials to ensure the best possible care & assistance.”
Authorities have launched a rescue and relief operation in the area. The injured personnel have been moved to nearby hospitals for medical treatment.
