Srinagar, April 12 -- The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, however, expressed profound grief over the incident, that claimed two lives and left 22 others injured.

Taking to the micro-blogging site, X, the Chief Minister while expressing grief over the incident, stated that, "The loss of two young promising students from GDC Sogam, in the tragic accident near Handwara is a tragedy that weighs heavily on all of us. My deepest condolences to their families in this hour of grief. Prayers for the swift recovery of the injured."

The Chief Minister also assured that the government is closely monitoring the situation and has directed the concerned authorities to ensure that all necessary medical and logistical assistance is provi...