Srinagar (Rajeev Sharma): In a major operation aimed at countering terror activities in Jammu and Kashmir, the Police’s Counter Intelligence Wing conducted raids at eight different locations across the Kashmir Valley on Saturday. Officials confirmed that the searches were part of an ongoing investigation into terror-related offenses, marking another significant effort by security agencies to disrupt insurgent networks in the region.
The operation, which spanned several areas in the valley, was executed following months of intelligence-gathering efforts. The raids were reportedly aimed at collecting critical evidence and dismantling local terror cells suspected of harboring and aiding militants. Sources close to the investigation suggest that the targeted locations were identified after a thorough analysis of intelligence reports regarding suspicious activities linked to terrorism.
Although details about the specific targets of the raids remain confidential, it is believed that the operation focused on properties allegedly associated with individuals under suspicion for supporting militant groups. Local law enforcement agencies worked in tandem with other security forces to ensure the operation proceeded without incident, with a heavy presence of armed personnel in the vicinity.
“We are committed to ensuring the safety of the region and its people,” said a senior police officer. “These searches are part of our ongoing mission to eliminate terror elements and protect innocent civilians from harm.”
Residents in the affected areas described a tense atmosphere as the raids unfolded, but many expressed understanding of the necessity of such actions. “The police have been doing their best to secure the area, and though it is unsettling, we trust their judgment,” said one local resident.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have assured the public that no harm will come to civilians during these operations, emphasizing that their focus remains on neutralizing the threat posed by terror outfits in the region. Investigators are expected to continue their inquiries, and additional actions may follow based on the findings from the raids.
Security forces have been on high alert throughout the region, stepping up operations in response to ongoing concerns about militant activity. The authorities’ actions are in line with the government’s broader strategy to combat insurgency and bolster security in the union territory.
The Counter Intelligence Wing’s operations are part of a larger crackdown in recent months, as Jammu and Kashmir continues to face challenges related to militancy. Security agencies have vowed to maintain their efforts to bring stability to the region and ensure that those responsible for acts of terror are brought to justice.
As the investigation progresses, authorities are expected to provide more details about the outcome of Saturday’s operation.
