LG Manoj Sinha Reviews Ganderbal Tourist Accident, Directs SKIMS to Ensure Specialised Medical Care for Injured

Srinagar, November 10: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday took cognisance of a road accident involving tourists at Sumbal Bala in Gund area of Central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district and directed the concerned authorities to ensure the best possible medical treatment for all injured persons.

The Lieutenant Governor said that he had spoken with senior government officials, the Director of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, and the Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal to review the situation following the unfortunate incident.

In a message shared on social media platform X, the Lieutenant Governor informed that eight injured tourists belonging to Gujarat and West Bengal had been referred to SKIMS Soura for advanced medical treatment.

He directed the concerned officials and the Director SKIMS to ensure that all necessary medical facilities, specialised care and immediate assistance were made available to the injured without any delay.

“I have directed the officials and the Director, SKIMS to ensure the best possible treatment for the injured. Praying for their speedy recovery,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

According to the available details, the accident occurred at Sumbal Bala in the Gund area of Ganderbal when a Tempo Traveller met with an accident, leaving 18 persons injured.

Of the injured, eight persons reported to be in critical condition were shifted to SKIMS Soura for further treatment, while the remaining injured were taken for medical assistance.

The incident has prompted intervention from the highest administrative level, with the Lieutenant Governor assuring necessary medical support to the affected tourists.

Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the accident and the medical condition of the injured persons are awaited.(KNC)