PM Modi seeks details of Srinagar terror attack; Jaish claims responsibility

Two policemen lost their lives while 12 others were injured as terrorists opened fire on their bus on the outskirts of the city. All those injured are out of danger, a senior police official said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought details on the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar which led to the death of two policemen and injuries to 12 of their colleagues, his office tweeted on Monday.

The police bus which came under attack (ANI)

“PM @narendramodi has sought details on the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. He has also expressed condolences to the families of those security personnel who have been martyred in the attack,” the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) shared on Twitter.

Meanwhile, speaking to news agency ANI, Vijay Kumar, IG, Kashmir, said that the Jaish-e-Mohammed has claimed the responsibility for the attack. “This evening, a bus carrying 25 of our personnel was attacked by two-three terrorists. 14 injured, out of which 2 martyred, while 12 are out of danger,” Kumar said.

“One terrorist who was shot managed to flee. JeM's Kashmir Tigers have claimed responsibility. We are monitoring the situation,” the officer further said.

Meanwhile, the Jammu and Kashmir Police said in a statement they identified the two deceased policemen as Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Ghulam Hassan and Selection Grade Constable Safique Ali. The force further informed that a case has been registered under relevant sections of the law, adding that officers are working to establish the circumstances under which the terror attack took place.