Doda, Apr 21: A doctor from Jammu died after accidentally falling into a deep gorge in the Bhalessa area of Doda district, officials said on Tuesday.
The deceased has been identified as Dr. Prabhjot Singh, a resident of Bahu Fort area of Jammu, who had travelled to Bhalessa with a friend.
Officials said the duo had been staying in the area for the past three days. On Sunday night, while returning from Gundoh towards Chanwri village, their vehicle stopped near Dalmera on the Gundoh–Jai road.
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During the halt, Dr. Singh reportedly stepped out of the vehicle and accidentally slipped into a gorge nearly 300 feet deep.
Police have taken cognisance of the incident and started investigation. After retrieval, the body was shifted for post-mortem and later handed over to the family. (KNT)
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