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CIK Raids Across Kashmir Valley In Online Terror Radicalisation & Recruitment Case
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What Happened?
The Counter Intelligence Kashmir wing conducted raids in six locations across the Kashmir Valley, targeting online radicalisation linked to terror recruitment. The operations are part of a 2023 case involving Pakistan-based handlers.
Key points
- Raids were conducted in Magam, Zeenkote, Mattan, Bijbehara, and Pulwama.
- The operations are linked to a case registered under IPC and UAPA in 2023.
- Investigations began after reports of Pakistan-based handlers influencing youth through social media.
- Lashkar-e-Taiba and other banned outfits are reportedly involved.
Key insights
- The raids highlight ongoing concerns about online radicalisation in Kashmir.
- Authorities may increase scrutiny of social media platforms used for recruitment.
- The involvement of foreign handlers indicates a broader security challenge.
Why it matters
These raids could disrupt online radicalisation efforts targeting youth in Kashmir.
Source
India Today
