Srinagar: In a coordinated crackdown on terror-related activities, the Srinagar Police on Wednesday conducted extensive raids across multiple locations in the city, targeting overground workers (OGWs) and associates linked to banned terrorist organisations. Officials have termed the operation a major step in dismantling the terror support infrastructure active in Jammu and Kashmir’s summer capital.
Widespread raids under UAPA provisions
The operations were carried out under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and focused on thirteen suspects believed to be involved in providing logistical, financial, or material support to proscribed militant outfits.
Police teams, supported by intelligence inputs, conducted simultaneous searches at multiple premises, seizing several digital devices, documents, and other incriminating materials. Senior officials confirmed that evidence collected during the raids would be crucial for tracing broader networks aiding terror activities in the region.
A senior police officer, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, “The raids are part of an ongoing intelligence-based operation aimed at breaking the chain of support for active terrorists. Those found involved will face strict legal action under UAPA.”
Part of wider anti-terror efforts in Kashmir
The coordinated raids come amid a renewed focus by law enforcement agencies on cutting off non-combatant enablers—individuals who help militants with shelter, movement, or resources. Security sources said these overground networks often act as the “backbone” of militancy in urban areas like Srinagar, providing essential logistical support while avoiding direct confrontation.
In recent months, several such operations have been launched across north and central Kashmir, following intelligence reports that some OGWs had regrouped to assist recently revived terrorist cells. Wednesday’s raids are seen as a continuation of this preventive and intelligence-led policing strategy.
Official statement and follow-up action
In an official statement, Srinagar Police confirmed the raids and reiterated their commitment to maintaining peace and preventing terror financing in the region. “Such actions are part of our sustained effort to ensure that Srinagar remains free from the influence and operations of banned organisations,” the statement read.
Authorities said the investigation is ongoing, and interrogations of several detained suspects are expected to yield further leads about their alleged links to militant groups operating from across the border.
Conclusion
The raids mark a significant escalation in counter-terror operations within Srinagar, reflecting the security establishment’s focus on eliminating the ecosystem that sustains militancy. Officials maintain that the crackdown on overground workers will continue until terror networks and their support systems are completely dismantled.