BANDIPORA, November 6: Bandipora Police have arrested two more persons in connection with an alleged prison-linked terror module involving a banned organisation accused of targeting women for separatist ideology and propaganda.
With the latest arrests, the total number of accused taken into custody in the case has risen to eight, police said on Friday.
The arrests were made in connection with FIR No. 168/2026, registered under Sections 10 and 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
The accused have been identified as Irshad Ahmed Bhat, son of Gh. Mohd Bhat, a resident of Chakloo, Baramulla, and Showkat Ahmed Reshi, son of Gh. Mohd Reshi, a resident of Watlab, Sopore.
Police said both were taken into custody for their alleged involvement in the case.
An official spokesperson of Bandipora Police said further investigation is underway to establish their alleged role, identify other possible links and trace additional associates connected with the module. Police indicated that more arrests could follow.
Bandipora Police said it remained committed to dismantling terror networks and taking legal action against those found involved in activities prejudicial to security and peace.
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