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15 August 2026

Village Defence Guard firing incident in Udhampur

The incident highlights the operational challenges and accountability issues regarding the Village Defence Guards, which serves as useful context for discussing the role and regulation of auxiliary security forces in conflict-prone regions.

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Notes

  • Incident occurred in Pancheri area of Udhampur district, Jammu division.
  • A Village Defence Guard (VDG) member allegedly opened fire, resulting in one death and one injury.
  • The victims were civilians identified as Baldev Singh (deceased) and Romesh Singh (injured).
  • Preliminary police investigation suggests the incident stemmed from an altercation.
  • The accused VDG member is currently absconding.
  • VDGs are trained to combat terrorists in the region.
  • Police investigation is ongoing to determine the specific cause of the firing.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role and mandate of Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in the internal security architecture of Jammu and Kashmir. What regulatory mechanisms are required to ensure accountability and prevent the misuse of weapons by community-based security volunteers? 150 words
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Prelims

  1. In the context of the internal security of Jammu and Kashmir, what is the primary mandate of the Village Defence Guards (VDGs)?

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