SRINAGAR: At least 28 women were injured when a mini-bus carrying participants of a Tiranga Yatra overturned on a flyover near Super Speciality Hospital in Jammu on Sunday night, officials said.
The injured, aged between 18 and 25 years, were returning after taking part in the Tiranga Yatra from Bahu Fort to Mubarak Mandi when the accident occurred. They were shifted to Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu for treatment.
The women were associated with the ‘Nari Veerangana’ project, an initiative involving some BJP-affiliated NGOs aimed at empowering women and encouraging their participation in social activities in accordance with traditional and cultural values.
The participants had undergone nearly three months of training before attending the final programme at Mubarak Mandi.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern over the accident and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
In a post on X, his office said the injured had received prompt medical attention and were reported to be out of danger. The Chief Minister also directed the concerned authorities to ensure all necessary medical care and assistance for the injured.
