Two PSI Officers Die in Tragic Road Accident in Srinagar
Srinagar, August 11, 2025 – In a deeply saddening incident late last night, two Police Sub-Inspectors (PSIs) of the Jammu & Kashmir Police—PSI Sachin Verma of the 23rd Battalion IRP and PSI Shubham Seth of the 21st Battalion IRP—lost their lives in a road accident near Nowgam on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway .
The officers, who were traveling after completing their duties related to the Amarnath Yatra, were rushed to a nearby hospital following the collision. Tragically, both were declared dead upon arrival. A third officer, identified as Mastan Singh, sustained injuries and remains hospitalized.
Official Reaction
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed profound grief over the loss, commending the officers’ dedication and extending heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. “It is deeply saddening that two PSIs Sachin Verma and Shubham Seth have lost their lives… we will never forget their exemplary service to the nation,” he stated .
Detail Information
Who PSI Sachin Verma & PSI Shubham Seth
Position Sub-Inspectors, JK Police
Incident Location Nowgam area, Jammu–Srinagar Highway
Casualties 2 officers killed; 1 injured
Official Response LG Manoj Sinha expressed deep grief, praised their service, and offered condolences
