Political Outrage After Young Army Officer Killed in J&K Encounter

Political parties condemned the killing of Army Captain Deepak Singh in a Jammu and Kashmir encounter, denouncing the deteriorating situation in the region. Singh's death highlights an ongoing cycle of violence, despite claims of normalcy by the administration. Leaders expressed their condolences and frustration over the persisting conflict.

Political parties strongly condemned the tragic killing of young Army officer Captain Deepak Singh during an encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district on Wednesday.

Despite administration claims of normalcy, the ''endless cycle of violence and mayhem'' continues to claim innocent lives in the region, according to political leaders.

An Army captain and a terrorist were killed in the higher reaches of Doda district, with a civilian also injured in the encounter on the eve of Independence Day.

National Conference vice-president Omar Abdullah expressed his condolences, denouncing the deterioration of the Jammu region's situation.

People's Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti and her daughter Iltija Mufti also shared their grief and criticism of the ongoing violence.

People's Conference chief Sajad Lone called for an end to the violence and justice for the perpetrators.

(With inputs from agencies.)