A man from Budgam in Jammu and Kashmir suffered critical injuries after allegedly being chased by stray dogs and then hit by a Tata Mobile pickup vehicle while trying to escape. The June 11 incident, captured on CCTV, occurred in Kralapora and quickly went viral online.
A man in Jammu and Kashmir’s Budgam district suffered critical injuries after he was chased by stray dogs and then hit by a speeding vehicle while trying to escape. The incident took place in the Kralapora area of central Kashmir on June 11 and was captured on CCTV. The video has since gone viral on social media, triggering fresh debate over the growing stray dog problem in the region.
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According to reports, the injured man has been identified as Manzoor Ahmad Bhat, son of Ali Mohammad Bhat and a resident of Ghuidragan in Khansahib, Budgam.
The footage shows Bhat running along a road as stray dogs appear to chase him. Moments later, he is struck by a Tata Mobile pickup vehicle moving on the road. The impact throws him to the ground, leaving him seriously injured.
Hospitalised in Critical Condition
Local residents and passers-by rushed to help the injured man and arranged medical assistance. He was taken to a hospital, where he is reportedly undergoing treatment. Officials said his condition remains critical.
Viral Video Triggers Debate
The incident has sparked strong reactions online. Many social media users expressed concern over the increasing number of stray dogs in several parts of Kashmir and called for urgent action from authorities.
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Others highlighted the need for better road safety and animal control measures to prevent similar accidents. The viral video has once again brought attention to the challenges posed by stray dog attacks and public safety on busy roads.