Killing of Kashmiri officer an act of cowardice, says Arun Jaitley

NEW DELHI: Defence Minister Arun Jaitley today termed the killing of a 22-year-old Army officer in Shopian district of South Kashmir as an "act of cowardice".

"Abduction and murder of Lieutenant Ummer Fayaz by terrorists in Shopian is a dastardly act of cowardice. This young officer from Jammu and Kashmir was a role model," Jaitley said in a tweet.

Arun Jaitley said that his sacrifice reiterates nation's commitment to eliminate terrorism.

"Lt. Ummer Fayaz of 2RAJRIF was an exceptional sportsman, his sacrifice reiterates nation's commitment to eliminate terrorism from the Valley," said Jaitley in another tweet.

"We share the grief of family of Lt. Ummer Fayaz & stand in solidarity. Lt. Ummer Fayaz will continue to inspire youth from the Valley," added Jaitley.