New Delhi

The border village of Kallar in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district is mourning the loss of an Army man Havildar Mohd Iqbal, who was killed in a terrorist attack in Nagaland’s Chumoukedima district on Monday.

Iqbal, who served as a driver in the Army, had recently returned to duty after spending time with his family.

According to his relatives, he had promised to return home in September to help with the annual grass-cutting season. Instead, his family is now preparing for his final rites.

BJP leader Ravinder Raina posted this video clip on the Martyr on X:

वीर शहीद का अंतिम सफर !!
!! بہادر شہید کا آخری سفر !!
Shaheed Havaldar #Mohd_Iqbal Sahib, Mendhar (Poonch) #JaiHind 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/Hx1YgknmGH

— Ravinder Raina (@RavinderRaina) July 16, 2026

BJP leader Ravinder Raina says, "...Driven by a deep sense of patriotism and love for the country, Havildar Mohammad Iqbal laid down his life in the service of the motherland. The entire nation salutes him...He will always remain a symbol of courage and dedication for this entire region and will live on forever in the hearts of the people"

The attack took place near Shokhuvi when a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) struck an Assam Rifles vehicle during an operational movement. The explosion claimed Iqbal’s life and injured five others, including four security personnel and a civilian.

#WATCH | J&K | The mortal remains of Havildar Mohd Iqbal, who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty in Nagaland, were brought to his residence in Kallar Mohra, Poonch, yesterday.

Army pays tribute to Assam Rifles Havildar Mohd Iqbal. pic.twitter.com/HWpPmyRlrv

— ANI (@ANI) July 16, 2026

Remembering his son, Iqbal’s father, Choudhary Kalu, said the family had been eagerly waiting for his return.

His son also spoke to media:

#WATCH | Poonch, J&K: Mohd Iqbal's son, Fasal Iqbal, says, “We feel proud that he made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. My resolve is to become a good officer, serve the country, and take revenge on the enemies. I feel good knowing he did something truly right for the… https://t.co/puEFF5BXhD pic.twitter.com/Rc5OqpLKwS

— ANI (@ANI) July 16, 2026