AR constable injured, after rifle allegedly misfires
An Armed Reserve constable was hospitalized after suffering a chest injury from an alleged accidental discharge of his SLR rifle. The incident occurred while he was on security duty for a visit by the Defence Minister.
Why it matters
The incident highlights potential safety or equipment maintenance issues within local security forces during high-profile government visits.
An Armed Reserve (AR) constable sustained a bullet injury to the left side of his chest, after his SLR rifle allegedly misfired, while on duty, near INS Dega on Tuesday.
The injured constable, identified as Kondababu, was deployed as part of the security arrangements for the Defence Minister’s visit when the incident occurred. The circumstances leading to the alleged misfiring are being ascertained.
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