Attempted Assassination at Wedding: Farooq Abdullah's Miraculous Escape

The Jammu and Kashmir Police are seeking public assistance in investigating an assassination attempt on National Conference president, Farooq Abdullah, at a wedding in Jammu. A Special Investigation Team has been established to probe the incident, urging attendees to share any digital evidence they might possess.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jammu | Updated: 18-03-2026 14:33 IST | Created: 18-03-2026 14:33 IST
Attempted Assassination at Wedding: Farooq Abdullah's Miraculous Escape
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In a bid to unravel the details surrounding an assassination attempt on National Conference president Farooq Abdullah, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have appealed to the public for assistance. Attendees of the wedding event, where the attempt took place, are urged to share any photos or recordings that could aid the investigation.

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been deployed to delve into the incident that occurred in Jammu's Greater Kailash area. The authorities are emphasizing the importance of public cooperation in gathering critical evidence to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation.

The attack happened last week, leading to the arrest of Kamal Singh, the accused. Abdullah narrowly escaped harm after the gunman fired at him while he was leaving the venue. The police have recovered a revolver from Singh, and the inquiry continues under the supervision of senior law enforcement officials.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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