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BJP worker shot dead by terrorists in South Kashmir, says J&K police

After the firing, Ghulam Ahmad Mir was shifted to hospital where he was brought dead. Security forces have cordoned off the area.

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A BJP worker was shot dead by unidentified terrorists in Nowgam village of Verinag in South Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir police said on Saturday.

After the firing, Ghulam Ahmad Mir was shifted to hospital where he was declared brought dead. An investigation has been launched into the matter.  Security forces have cordoned off the area.

This is a developing story. More details awaited

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