Police say accused linked to Saifullah group provided logistical support and hideout facilities in Chatroo area; investigation underway to trace wider network

Kishtwar, May 13 (JKNS): Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday said it has arrested two alleged supporters of the Saifullah group for allegedly aiding foreign terrorists by providing shelter and logistical support in the Singhpora area of Chatroo in Kishtwar district.

An official told news agency JKNS that, police has arrested key accused linked to providing aid to foreign terrorists at a hideout in Singhpora, Chatroo, Kishtwar. The case is registered under FIR No. 03/2026 at Police Station Chatroo, invoking Sections 61(2), 109, 147, 148 of BNS; Sections 13, 16, 18, 19, 20 of UAPA; and Section 7/27 of the Arms Act.

SSP Kishtwar Naresh Singh-JKPS while sharing the details stated that through meticulous investigation and precise operations, police apprehended Mashkoor Ahmed S/o Mohd Ramzan, resident of Beighpora, Singhpora, Kishtwar, a teacher in the School Education Department, who was directly implicated in facilitating the terrorists’ hideout. This arrest disrupts critical logistics supporting terror activities in the region, official said.

Earlier, Maneer Ahmed, resident of Bandeyan Naidgam, was also arrested for similar offenses. Investigation continues to dismantle the entire network, with all perpetrators to face justice under due legal process, he said.

J&K Police reaffirms its iron-fisted approach to eradicating anti-national activities, ensuring no safe haven for those aiding terrorists or undermining national security. The force remains steadfast in upholding peace, public order, and security for all citizens.

J&K Police maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism and its supporters, mounting an unrelenting crackdown and leaving no stone unturned to neutralize threats to peace and sovereignty. (JKNS)