Budgam: 50-Year-Old Man Found Dead in Sheikhpora Orchard, Police Investigation Started
Budgam | April 11: A sense of mourning and mystery has gripped the Sheikhpora area of central Kashmir’s Budgam district after the body of a middle-aged man was discovered in a local orchard on Saturday morning.

Deceased Identified as Humhama Resident
According to the reports, the deceased has been identified as Fayaz Ahmad Bhat, son of Ghulam Mohammad Bhat, a resident of Humhama, Budgam. Local residents spotted the body in an orchard located at Sir Syed Abad, Sheikhpora, early in the morning and immediately alerted the local authorities.
Police Action and Inquest Proceedings
Upon receiving the information, a team from the Budgam Police reached the spot and took the body into their custody. After completing the initial legal formalities at the scene, the body was moved for further medical examinations.
An official confirmed that:
Police have registered a case regarding the incident.
Inquest proceedings have been initiated under the relevant sections of the law.
The exact cause of death will be determined after the post-mortem report is received.
Community Impact
The news has caused a somber mood in both Humhama and Sheikhpora. While rumors are circulating on social media, the police have urged the general public to wait for the official investigation results and not to spread unverified information.
The investigation is currently in its preliminary stage, and more details are awaited as the probe continues.
Official Note: This news report is based on preliminary information provided by the authorities. The exact cause of death is being investigated through legal and medical procedures. Readers are advised to wait for the official post-mortem report and avoid spreading unverified information on social media.
