In a significant move against terror financing networks, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have attached properties belonging to seven individuals based in Pakistan. The action, centered in the Kathua district, is part of a crackdown on channels used to support terrorist activities in the region.
Properties Attached Under Anti-Terror Law
The State Investigation Agency (SIA) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police executed the attachment orders on Tuesday. The action was taken under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The properties, including land and structures, are located in Hiranagar Tehsil of Kathua district.
The police identified the seven individuals as Razak Choudhary, Md. Iqbal, Md. Sayeed, Ghulam Nabi, Alla Rakha, Rashpal, and Sardar Khan. All are believed to be residing in Pakistan and are accused of being involved in activities detrimental to India's security. The attached properties are now under the control of the state, effectively freezing these assets.
Targeting the Terror Funding Infrastructure
This step is not an isolated incident but a continuation of a sustained campaign. Authorities stated that the attached properties were being used or were intended to be used for generating funds to promote terrorist acts in Jammu and Kashmir. The SIA's investigation revealed that these individuals, from their base in Pakistan, were channeling resources to destabilize the region.
This marks the second major property attachment drive in Kathua this year. Earlier, in a similar operation, properties of several other Pakistan-based handlers were seized. These consistent actions signal a robust strategy to dismantle the economic backbone of terror networks operating across the border.
A Firm Message and Legal Process
The attachment sends a clear message that the state will use all legal provisions to cripple terror ecosystems, regardless of where the perpetrators are located. The UAPA provides the legal framework for such actions against properties used for unlawful activities.
The process involved meticulous investigation and legal scrutiny. The SIA gathered evidence, presented it before the competent authority, and obtained the necessary orders for the seizure. The police have emphasized that such measures are crucial to cut off the financial oxygen to terrorism and secessionism.
Local residents have largely supported the police action, viewing it as a necessary step to ensure long-term peace and security in the region. Security analysts point out that targeting the financial infrastructure is key to winning the fight against militancy.
The Jammu and Kashmir Police, along with central agencies, remain vigilant and have vowed to continue identifying and neutralizing all threats to the sovereignty and integrity of India. The latest attachment in Kathua is a testament to this ongoing commitment.
