Forest Guard’s Body Recovered After Four-Day Search in Kashmir

Shameem Ahmad Mir drowned in the Sindh River while on duty; multi-agency efforts and community support aided in recovery.

Overview

Shameem Ahmad Mir, a forest guard from Batwina, drowned in the Sindh River on May 23, 2025, while on duty in the Paribal forest division.
After extensive search efforts by MARCOS, SDRF, J&K Police, and the Forest Department, his body was recovered on May 26, 2025, in Gundroshan, Ganderbal.
The search operation spanned four days, with teams navigating challenging river conditions to locate the body.
Villagers from Batwina announced a ₹1 lakh reward to encourage efforts in recovering Mir’s body, showcasing strong community solidarity.
The incident highlights the dangers faced by forest guards in Kashmir and the critical role of coordinated rescue operations.