Villagers allege that not even a stretcher was provided to carry the bodies, and they had to arrange for white cloth themselves to cover them.
शर्मनाक | डंपर में घर पहुंचे दोनों शहीद SPO जवानों के पार्थिव शरीर, ताबूत तक नहीं हुए नसीब
A major controversy has erupted in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, following the killing of two Special Police Officers (SPOs) by terrorists, specifically regarding the manner in which their mortal remains were transported home. When the bodies of SPOs Rashpal Kumar and Bobby Chand—who sacrificed their lives for the nation’s security—arrived in their native village of Kiyar, the sight left everyone in shock.
The bodies of the two personnel were brought in a dumper truck, without even a coffin.
This incident sparked intense outrage among the local residents. The families and villagers accused the police administration of gross negligence. The villagers further alleged that not even a stretcher was provided to carry the bodies, and they had to arrange for white cloth themselves to cover them.
Shagun Parihar, the MLA for Kishtwar, who arrived at the scene, lashed out at the police officials. She reprimanded them, questioning why the mortal remains of the martyred personnel were transported in a dumper truck. Expressing her deep displeasure, she remarked that the martyred soldiers were treated as if they were mere cargo. She asked, “When soldiers are killed by terrorists, is this how you handle the situation?”
During this, Shagun Parihar also spoke of her own family’s trauma, noting that her father and uncle had also been killed by terrorists; she said she understands this pain all too well. Given this, she added, such treatment of soldiers who laid down their lives for the country is deeply distressing.
Meanwhile, the Leader of the Opposition, Sunil Sharma, also expressed his indignation over the incident and demanded an explanation from the police authorities. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, senior police officials intervened, and the two personnel were subsequently laid to rest with full military and police honors.
The two SPOs had gone missing on November 12 while on patrol with the Army. They disappeared while heading toward the ‘Dharna Post’. Initially, it was possible to establish contact via their mobile phones, but later, both phones were switched off. Following their disappearance, a large-scale search operation was launched in the Dharna forest of Marwah. After hours of searching, their bullet-riddled bodies were recovered on Thursday morning; however, their weapons were not found. Officials stated that one of the victims had a gunshot wound to the head, while the other had one on his back.
In Jammu and Kashmir, there is a long-standing tradition that whenever a police officer is martyred in the line of duty, the Jammu and Kashmir Police ensures they are given a final farewell with full honors. The mortal remains of the fallen officer are placed respectfully in a coffin. Subsequently, a tribute ceremony is held at the Police Lines, where senior officers and fellow personnel lay floral wreaths and offer a final salute. The mortal remains are then handed over to the family in the same coffin.
However, the recent images—showing the mortal remains of a martyred officer bound to wooden poles—have raised serious questions. Furthermore, concerns are being raised regarding the tribute process at the Police Lines, specifically concerning the involvement of senior officers. Why was the martyred officer denied the honor he rightfully deserved? The systems and accountability of the Jammu and Kashmir Police are now being called into question.
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