Bandipora, April 10 : In a major crackdown on separatist networks, Bandipora Police on Wednesday arrested eight members affiliated with various proscribed organisations for their alleged involvement in promoting terrorism and secessionist activities across the district.
According to a police statement, the arrests were made as part of ongoing investigations into multiple FIRs registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) at police stations Bandipora, Sumbal, and Hajin. The operation unfolded across various locations in the district, targeting suspects linked to banned separatist outfits.
In connection with FIR No. 04/2024 registered at PS Bandipora, police apprehended the following three individuals associated with Tehreek-e-Hurriyat Jammu and Kashmir:
Nazir Ahmad Ahangar, son of late Abdul Khaliq Ahangar, resident of Shahgund Hajin, Sheikh Danish Mushtaq, son of Mushtaq Ahmad Sheikh, resident of Aloosa Bandipora, Tahir Ahmad Mir, son of late Habibullah Mir, resident of Ward 2, Plan Bandipora
Police station Sumbal also under FIR Nos. 07 & 62/2024 arrested three more suspects-Ghulam Din War, son of Habib Ullah War, resident of Naidkhai, affiliated with Jammu Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party (JKDFP), Khursheed Ahmad Lone, son of Mohammad Jamal Lone, resident of Naidkhai and Mohammad Shafi Dar, son of Sonaullah Dar, resident of Karnai Mohalla Shahgund — both members of Jammu and Kashmir Peoples League (JKPL).
Additionally, under FIR No. 06/2024 registered at Police station Hajin, police arrested two individuals from Vigpara Hajin:Abdul Majeed Gojri, son of Ghulam Mohammad Gojri, Abdul Majeed Lone, son of Mohammad Maqbool Lone — both linked to Tehreek-e-Hurriyat JK
Police have also seized objectionable materials, pamphlets, and electronic devices including mobile phones from the arrested individuals. Preliminary investigations suggest these individuals were actively engaged in recruiting youth and spreading separatist propaganda despite their parent organisations being banned under the UAPA.
“These individuals were not only promoting extremist ideologies but were also attempting to revive separatist movements by motivating impressionable youth and recruiting new members (Rukuns) into banned outfits,” the police stated.
The arrests underline the commitment of Bandipora Police to dismantling terror-support networks and ensuring peace and stability in the region. Authorities reiterated that anyone found furthering separatist or extremist agendas will face strict legal consequences.
“Persons promoting secessionist and separatist ideology will face firm action under the law. Bandipora Police remains committed to ensuring peace and security across the district,” the statement added.
