Srinagar: Five persons were killed and 15 others injured after a mini-bus plunged into a gorge in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir late last night.

As per the statement by the police official, the road accident took place when the driver lost control over the minibus near Sila village and the vehicle plunged into a deep gorge, leaving five dead and 15 injured. The injured were right away evacuated and shifted to Billawar hospital for treatment.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has expressed grief over the accident and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.

" I am anguished by the loss of lives in a tragic road accident in Kathua. In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the bereaved families. 

Also Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured. Directed district administration to provide the best possible treatment to injured," tweeted Sinha.

The Billawar police have also initiated an investigation into the matter.

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