Shivam Bakshi
Jammu, Jul 21 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday arrested another alleged terror associate in Kishtwar district for allegedly providing logistical support to foreign terrorists operating in the Chatroo area, officials said.
The accused, identified as Mohd Rafiq Naik, a resident of Singhpur in Kishtwar, was arrested during the investigation of a terror-related case, they said.
According to police, preliminary investigation has revealed that Naik allegedly acted as a key handler of the Saifullah group in the Chatroo area and provided active assistance to foreign terrorists operating in the region.
Officials said his arrest marks a significant development in the investigation, which is aimed at unearthing the network supporting militant activities in the district.
Earlier, police had arrested two other alleged terror associates, Muneer Ahmed and Mashkoor Ahmed, both residents of Chatroo, in connection with the same case.
Police said further investigation is underway to establish the full extent of the accused’s role and identify other members of the alleged support network.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police reiterated its commitment to taking strict action against those involved in supporting terrorists activities and said all those found involved would be dealt with in accordance with the law.—(NVI)
