Police Uncover Terror Poster Module in Handwara, Jammu and Kashmir

Handwara, October 22 (Daily Kiran) : In a significant development, the police in Handwara, Jammu and Kashmir, announced on October 22 that they have dismantled a terror poster module. Authorities reported that one suspect has been arrested in connection with the case, which involves the display of anti-national and provocative posters in a public area.

An FIR, numbered 259/2026, has been filed at the Handwara police station under relevant legal provisions. During the investigation, links to “over ground workers” and other individuals were uncovered, prompting efforts to identify and apprehend additional suspects involved in the plot.

The police are conducting further investigations to uncover the full network associated with this criminal activity and clarify the roles of all individuals involved. Handwara police reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining peace, law, and order while taking stringent legal action against those engaged in unlawful activities. They urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior to nearby police stations.

In a separate criminal case, authorities also announced the attachment of properties belonging to three suspects linked to a case registered in 2023. This case, documented under FIR number 198/2023, includes charges under various sections of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC), such as 307, 302, 436, 120-B, and 121-A, along with provisions from the Explosive Substances Act and the Arms Act.

The attached properties belong to Gulam Rasool Bhat, son of Aziz Bhat from Jachaldara; Abdul Samad Mir, son of Ghulam Mohammad Mir from Bawan; and Shayar Ali Khatana, son of Sawariya Khatana from Jachaldara. The police confirmed that this action was taken in the presence of revenue officials, highlighting their ongoing efforts to ensure legal accountability in serious criminal cases.