In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, a former Special Police Officer (SPO) was shot dead by terrorists at Magam area in Central Kashmir's Budgam district this afternoon.<br />'' <br />'' As per official sources, terrorists fired upon former SPO at his home in Magam leaving him severely wounded.<br />'' <br />'' The 35 years old SPO identified as Nasir Ahmad Khan was immediately rushed to Sub District Hospital Magam in critical  condition where he succumbed to his injuries.<br />'' <br />''Meanwhile, the whole area has been cordoned off by the security forces to nab the assailants.<br />