Army camp tragedy in Jammu: Soldier found hanging, investigation ordered

A soldier posted in an army dog unit was found dead inside a military camp in Nagrota on Sunday, officials said, triggering an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

According to officials, the soldier was discovered hanging from a rope tied to the ceiling of his room in the family quarters area of the camp during the early hours of the day.

He was immediately declared dead, and the body was shifted to Government Medical College hospital for medico legal formalities .

Preliminary findings suggest the possibility of suicide , however authorities have made it clear that the exact cause of death will only be confirmed after a detailed investigation is completed.

The Army has initiated a departmental inquiry to examine internal aspects related to the incident. At the same time, police have also begun inquest proceedings to determine the sequence of events leading to the death.

Officials said all angles are being looked into and nothing has been ruled out at this stage. Further details are expected once the investigation progresses.