Tragedy Strikes During Practice: Officer's Fatal Accident at Pulgaon Range
A Junior Commissioned Officer of the Defence Security Corps, Subedar Major Om Bahadur Khand, tragically died during a firing practice accident at Central Ammunition Depot in Wardha, Maharashtra. The incident is under investigation. Defence PRO confirmed the fatality while highlighting the Corps' key role in securing military installations.
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A fatal accident occurred at the Pulgaon firing range in Maharashtra's Wardha district, claiming the life of a Junior Commissioned Officer of the Defence Security Corps, Subedar Major Om Bahadur Khand, according to official reports.
The incident, which took place during a routine firing practice on May 15, 2026, has spurred an investigation as confirmed by a release from the Defence PRO in Nagpur.
The Defence Security Corps plays a critical role in safeguarding Indian Armed Forces' installations, underscoring the tragedy of losing such a vital member during a practice exercise.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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