Sopore, December 5, 2024: The Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached immovable property worth lakhs belonging to an alleged militant associate under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in Nowpora Kalan, Sopore. The move is part of intensified efforts to curb militancy-related activities in the region.
Details of the Case
According to official reports, the individual whose property was attached has been identified as a close associate of a banned militant organization. The police revealed that the accused was found to be actively involved in providing logistical support, shelter, and other resources to militants operating in the area.
The property, comprising residential land and structures, was attached following due legal procedures. A senior police officer stated, “The attachment was carried out under Section 25 of the UAPA, which empowers law enforcement agencies to seize or attach properties of individuals involved in terror funding or militant activities.”
Community Reaction
The action has sparked mixed reactions in the locality. While some residents welcomed the strict measures against individuals aiding militancy, others expressed concerns over the potential misuse of such powers.
Government’s Stand on Anti-Terror Operations
The government has reiterated its commitment to zero tolerance for terrorism and its supporters. Similar actions have been taken in other parts of Jammu and Kashmir as part of a broader strategy to dismantle the financial and logistical networks of militant groups.
Authorities have urged the public to cooperate with security forces and report any suspicious activities in their vicinity. They also issued a warning against harboring militants or supporting their activities, stressing that such actions would invite strict legal consequences.
The police have emphasized that the ongoing drive is aimed at ensuring peace and security in the region while adhering to the law. Investigations are continuing, and further actions are likely against others involved in militancy.
This development underscores the administration’s resolve to disrupt the infrastructure that sustains militancy in Jammu and Kashmir.
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