In Srinagar, a man jumps into the Jhelum and his body is recovered

Body of man who jumped into river Jhelum near PC Depo Bund Srinagar on Thursday has been retrieved.

An official said that man from Barthan area jumped into the river near PC Depo.

He said following the incident, a team was immediately rushed to the spot to launch search and rescue operation

He added that during search operation, his body was retrieved and body was handed over to family after legal medico formalities.

Meanwhile police have taken cognizance and started investigation into the matter. (KS)