JAISALMER: A BSF jawan was killed and four were injured during firing practice at the Pokhran firing range in Jaisalmer district late on Tuesday night.
Sources said a “premature blast” in the muzzle of a 105mm gun resulted in splinter injuries to 4 BSF personnel, while killing one. Satish Kumar’s body was sent to his native place in Agra after a wreath-laying ceremony with complete military honours on Wednesday. He is survived with his wife and daughter. The BSF has ordered an inquiry into the accident.
The injured include head constable Mahesh Chandra and soldier Abid Ali. They were referred to MDM Hospital Jodhpur after first aid and their condition is said to be stable. The other 2 BSF jawans with minor injuries were admitted to Pokhran Hospital.