Driver dies as tractor overturns in Pulwama village

A youth died in Deeri village of southern Kashmir’s Pulwama village when the tractor, he was driving, overturned on Tuesday evening.

The deceased youngster, as per locals, was named Shahzad Ahmad Baba and was a Class 11th student.

As per the locals, Shahzad was driving in Romshi Nallah when he lost control over the tractor and subsequently, came under the tractor. “He was killed on the spot,” a local told news agency .

Shahzad Baba is survived by his father, mother and three brothers.

It is pertinent to mention that young Shahzad was working as a part-time tractor driver from last few months. However, the slain youth was known for his skills in sports, especially in volleyball and cricket. (KNT)