Minor Girl Found Dead in Budgam; Investigation in Progress

Budgam, 24 May 2026 : On 23.05.2026 at about 2200 hrs, information was received at Police Station Budgam regarding the disappearance of a minor girl (name and other particulars withheld), aged about 12 years, who had reportedly gone missing from her residence during the evening hours.

Acting promptly on the complaint, Police Station Budgam registered FIR No. 139/2026 under relevant provisions of law and immediately launched an extensive search operation.

During the early morning hours today, the dead body of the said minor girl was recovered at a short distance from her residence. Subsequently, all necessary medico-legal and investigative formalities were initiated.

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted under the supervision of Shri Sajad Ahmad-JKPS, DySP Headquarters Budgam. The investigation team is examining all possible angles to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident and assures that the investigation shall be carried out in a fair, transparent, and professional manner.

All media personnel and members of the public, particularly social media users, are requested to refrain from revealing the identity or photograph of the minor, as disclosure of such particulars is prohibited under law.

The general public is further requested not to circulate unverified information or indulge in speculation regarding the matter, as such actions may hamper the investigation and cause unnecessary distress.