Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, June 2: Police in Sopore today carried out searches at Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI)-linked person, in Hajam Mohalla, Dardpora Zaloora area of Sopore in district Baramulla.
A Police spokesman said that the operation was part of an ongoing investigation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and led to the recovery of incriminating material.
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He said that Sopore Police today conducted a search operation at the residence of a Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI)-linked individual, Abdul Razak Hajam, son of Abdul Samad Hajam, resident of Hajam Mohalla, Dardpora Zaloora, Sopore.
“The search was conducted in connection with FIR No. 42/2025, registered under Sections 10 and 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The operation was carried out after obtaining a valid search warrant from the competent court of law.”
“During the operation, incriminating materials linked to the proscribed organization were recovered and seized for further investigation. The search was conducted in the presence of Magistrates and independent witnesses, ensuring full legal compliance and procedural transparency,” the spokesman said.
“This action is part of Sopore Police’s broader strategy to identify, isolate, and take firm action against individuals and networks involved in promoting separatism, radical ideology, or any activity that threatens public order and national sovereignty.”
“Sopore Police reiterates its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that no element is allowed to disturb the hard-earned peace and stability in the district.”
