Policeman killed in attack on RSS leader in J&K's Kishtwar

A Jammu and Kashmir policeman was killed during an attack on RSS leader Chandakant in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar town. The policeman worked as the Personal Security Officer (PSO) of Chandrakant who was attacked inside the hospital.

Chandrakant, who works as a medical assistant, suffered injuries in the attack, officials said.

According to eyewitnesses, a man carrying a gun barged into the hospital and snatched the PSO's weapon. They attempted to fire at the RSS leader. In the ensuing scuffle, the policeman was shot dead while the RSS leader received minor injuries.

Curfew has been imposed in Kishtwar districtafter the incident. The police are investigating the case.