Rajouri: protest against govt amid 2 terror attacks in 2 days; demand for J&K LG Manoj Sinha's visit

A day after a terrorist attack on civilians in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri, local residents organised a protest. A demonstration was held at the Main Chowk in Dangri village on 2 January 2023. On the same day, an explosion occurred near the home of one of the terror attack victims, killing a child and injuring 5 others.

The protestors accused the district administration of "failing" the residents, according to news agency ANI. They also demanded a visit to the area by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to directly report their grievances.

At least 4 people died and 9 others were injured in the terrorist attack on civilian homes on 1 January 2023. Doctors reportedly said that condition of some of the injured victims is "very critical". Some patients have also been airlifted to Jammu.

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The headman of Dangri village criticised the administration, calling the attack a major security lapse, the PTI reported. There was a threat perception and searches were conducted in some areas of the district, he said.