Dozens arrested in major offensive across Kashmir against terror networks

Fayaz Bukhari
SRINAGAR, Nov 10: Dozens of persons were detained in raids across Kashmir carried out to eradicate the remnants of terror networks and to dismantle the ecosystem supporting subversive activities.
A police spokesman said that Police in Ganderbal carried out a series of coordinated raids across multiple locations in the district.
“During the extensive searches conducted in the houses of J&K Nationals Operating from Pakistan/Pak-occupied-Jammu Kashmir (JKNOPs) and surrendered/ex-militants, the police detained 39 persons under preventive measures and lodged them in Dignibal Jail, after credible inputs suggested their involvement in activities detrimental to public peace and security.”
The spokesman said that the operation, led by senior officers of police, aimed at disrupting the local support network that facilitates anti-national elements and ensures sustained peace and stability in the district.

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“A number of digital devices and incriminating materials were also seized during the raids and have been sent for detailed forensic analysis. Such proactive measures are part of a comprehensive strategy to neutralize the terror ecosystem and safeguard the youth from being influenced by anti-social and anti-national narratives.”
The spokesman said that police in Baramulla carried forward a series of synchronized operations aimed at dismantling the terror support network and reinforcing public security. “The ongoing drive forms part of a sustained effort to choke the ecosystem aiding anti-national elements and preserve the district’s hard-earned peace.”
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The spokesman said that during the operations, 16 properties linked with PoJK/Pakistan-based Kashmiri natives were searched, resulting in 10 individuals being bound down under preventive provisions.
“23 locations associated with Over Ground Workers (OGWs) were raided, with 16 OGWs bound down for aiding unlawful activities. Moreover, 6 properties belonging to UAPA-accused individuals (currently on bail) were searched, and 5 OGWs were bound down. 11 SIM vendors were inspected to ensure strict compliance with subscriber verification norms and prevent misuse of telecom services. Besides, 175 vehicles were subjected to intensive checking at strategic nakas and checkpoints along the National Highway and other vital routes. Further, 32 Cordon and Search Operations (CASOs) were conducted simultaneously across different parts of the district”, he added.
The spokesman further said that police in Anantnag today carried out cordon and search operations (CASOs) at various suspected locations in Anantnag.
“The operations were part of the ongoing crackdown against anti-national elements and terror associates linked with J&K-based JKNOP networks and UAPA-accused persons. The objective of these operations was to trace and identify individuals involved in subversive activities, monitor suspicious movements, and ensure public safety and order.”
The spokesman said that security forces conducted extensive raids at Lal Chowk Anantnag targeting the residence of a JKNOP, and in the rear side area of District Jail Kheribal. “Identities of several persons were verified, and multiple premises were thoroughly searched during the operation”.
In Awantipora, police carried out extensive cordon and search operations at multiple locations including areas where a recent encounter took place and at the residences of the killed terrorists and their associates.
“The operations are part of sustained efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem, identify and take action against active and inactive terror associates, and eliminate remaining support structures aiding terrorism in the area.”