The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has designated 23 Pakistan-based operatives linked to the banned terror outfits Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) as individual terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
The latest notification is aimed at strengthening India’s legal framework against terrorism by targeting individuals accused of involvement in terror activities and their support networks. With the new additions, the total number of individuals designated as terrorists under the UAPA has risen to 80.
The move enables authorities to initiate stronger legal and financial measures against the listed individuals, including the freezing of assets and restricting access to financial resources within the framework of Indian law.
Action targets terror infrastructure
According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, the decision is part of the government’s continued efforts to dismantle terror infrastructure and disrupt the financing and operational capabilities of banned organisations.
Officials said the designation also strengthens India’s ability to pursue legal action against individuals accused of planning, supporting or facilitating terrorist activities directed against the country.
Part of India’s counter-terror strategy
The inclusion of the 23 operatives reflects the Centre’s broader strategy of taking action against cross-border terrorism through legal, diplomatic and financial measures. The government has repeatedly maintained a zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism and has continued to use the provisions of the UAPA to identify and designate individuals involved in terror-related activities.
The latest notification is expected to support ongoing counter-terrorism efforts and reinforce India’s position in seeking greater international cooperation against terrorism