Srinagar, July 24 -- Kargil- A motorcycle rider from central Kashmir's Ganderbal district was killed in a road accident in Ladakh's Zanskar region on Friday, officials said.

The deceased was identified as Sajad Ahmad, a resident of Checki Prang in Kangan, Ganderbal. He is survived by his wife and three children.

Officials said the accident occurred in the Zanskar area when the motorcycle ridden by Sajad Ahmad met with an accident under circumstances that are yet to be established. He sustained critical injuries in the crash.

He was rushed for medical treatment, but despite efforts by doctors, he succumbed to his injuries.

Police have taken cognisance of the incident and launched an investigation to ascertain the exact cause and circum...