M S Nazki
Doda, Oct 24 (GNS): A man died while his wife sustained injuries after the couple reportedly slipped and fell in a forest area in Doda district on Saturday evening.
Officials told GNS that the incident took place in a forest near Jouda Khurd village in Kahara tehsil.
The deceased has been identified as Nisar Ahmed, son of Mohd Sharif Sheikh, a resident of Jouda Khurd. His wife, Khurshida Begum, was injured in the incident.
According to initial reports, the couple had gone to the nearby forest to collect fodder for their cattle when they accidentally slipped and fell. Nisar Ahmed sustained fatal injuries and died on the spot, while his wife was injured.
Locals rushed to the spot and shifted the couple for necessary assistance. The injured woman is currently undergoing treatment.
Police have taken cognizance of the incident. (GNS)
