Srinagar, Oct 20(KNS): The death toll in the militant attack on non-local workers in the Gagangir area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district has risen to seven, as four more injured people, including a doctor, succumbed to their injuries.

An official said the terrorists opened fire on a camp housing laborers of a private company working on a tunnel construction project in the Gund area. Three laborers died initially, and now four more, including a doctor, have succumbed to their injuries, he said.

Meanwhile, the LG Manoj Sinha while condemning the attack in a post on X said "I strongly condemn the heinous terrorist attack on civilians in Gagangeer.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelI assure the people that those behind this despicable act will not go unpunished. We have given full freedom to J&K Police, Army and Security forces"

"Our brave personnel are on the ground & they will ensure terrorists pay a very heavy price for their action. My heartfelt condolences to bereaved families. Praying for speedy recovery of the injured. The entire nation stands in solidarity with the families in this hour of grief," he said.(KNS)