Narrow escape for Mehbooba Mufti in car accident
What's the story
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti had a narrow escape on Thursday when her vehicle met with an accident in South Kashmir's Anantnag district.
According to police, the incident took place in the Sangam area of the district when Mufti was on her way to Khanabal to visit victims of a recent fire incident.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader was unhurt, but a police officer in her personal security was injured, NDTV reported.
Details
Mufti's vehicle collided with civilian car
Later, party officials said that the driver of Mufti's car received injuries to his leg, The Indian Express reported.
The collision happened when Mufti's black Scorpio crashed into a civilian vehicle.
Photos from the scene show that the front portion of Scorpio has been significantly damaged.
Despite the accident, the PDP leader continued on to Khanabal to meet with those affected by the fire.
Twitter Post
Mufti shares post after accident
Thankful to everyone for their prayers & the outpouring of concern about my well being. I am fine alhamdullilah. My driver & PSO have suffered injuries & I hope they recover soon.
— Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) January 11, 2024
What Next?
Omar Abdullah seeks inquiry into accident
Expressing his concern, former J&K CM Omar Abdullah said he was glad Mufti "escaped injury in what could have been a very serious incident."
"I expect the government to enquire in to the circumstances of the accident. Any gaps in her security that contributed to this accident must be addressed immediately," he wrote in a post shared on social media platform X.
Twitter Post
Expect the government to look into it: Abdullah
Glad to hear that @MehboobaMufti Sahiba escaped injury in what could have been a very serious incident. I expect the government to enquire in to the circumstances of the accident. Any gaps in her security that contributed to this accident must be addressed immediately. https://t.co/ELXb2sHhNt
— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) January 11, 2024