At least 7 Hindu pilgrims killed, 19 wounded at attack in Kashmir

At least seven Hindu pilgrims have been killed and 19 others wounded after militants attacked their bus in restive Indian-controlled Kashmir, police said.

The attack took place on Monday in village Botengoo in Anantnag town, 47 km south of Srinagar city, the summer capital of Indian-controlled Kashmir.

The attack created panic in the area.

Locals said they heard gunshots in the vicinity, following which they rushed inside their houses.

Police said the injured were immediately removed to nearest medical facilities, and from there they were referred to Srinagar for specialized treatment.

So far no militant outfit has claimed responsibility for the attack.

(ASIA PACIFIC DAILY)