Counter Intelligence Kashmir – CIK, conducts predawn raids at various locations across Kashmir valley

Srinagar, Dec 16 : Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Tuesday launched simultaneous raids at multiple locations across the Kashmir Valley as part of an ongoing investigation into a terror-related case involving online glorification of terrorism and recruitment activities, sources said.

A top sources told news agency Kashmir News Corner that the raids are being carried out at 12 locations across seven districts, including Pulwama, Budgam, Kulgam, Srinagar, Baramulla, Anantnag and Kupwara.

The searches are being conducted after obtaining proper search warrants in connection with FIR No. 03/2023, registered under Sections 153-A and 505 of the IPC, and Sections 13 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act at Police Station CIK, they said.

The case pertains to terror-related crimes, particularly the online glorification and propagation of terrorist ideology with the intent to radicalize and recruit individuals into terrorist ranks, sources said.

Raids were underway at the time of filing this report, and further details are awaited. (KNC)