Unidentified body found near TRC Srinagar, Police launch probe

The body of a man was found lying on the road near the Tourist Reception Centre (TRC) in Srinagar on Thursday morning, officials said.

An official told that the body was spotted by locals, who immediately informed the police.

He said that soon after receiving the information, police reached the spot and took the body into their possession.

The deceased was subsequently shifted to a nearby hospital for medico-legal formalities.

Meanwhile, efforts are underway to ascertain the identity of the deceased, while proceedings under relevant sections of law have been initiated.(KNO)