J&K police raids 13 locations in Doda following Pahalgam terror attack
NEW DELHI: On Monday morning,
Jammu and Kashmir police
conducted raids at 13 locations across the Doda district in a bid to dismantle terrorist hideouts and take action against individuals connected to terror activities.
The raids come in the wake of the deadly
Pahalgam terror attack
, which claimed the lives of 26 people, including a Nepalese national, and left many others injured. This attack has heightened security concerns across the region.
Previously, the Srinagar Police had carried out extensive searches at multiple locations in the city, targeting the residences of
Over Ground Workers
(OGWs) and associates of banned terrorist outfits. These searches were conducted as part of ongoing investigations related to cases under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
In total, Srinagar Police searched the homes of 63 individuals, adhering to legal procedures and conducting the operations in the presence of Executive Magistrates and independent witnesses. The aim was to seize weapons, documents, and digital devices for evidence collection and intelligence gathering to prevent further terrorist activities.
Meanwhile, the impact of the Pahalgam attack has been felt in the local economy. Rakesh Wazir, president of the Hotel and Restaurant Association in Katra, reported that the attack has led to a significant decline in tourism. "Approximately 35 to 37 percent of bookings have been canceled, and the number of pilgrims for the yatra has dropped from 45,000 to just 20,000 to 22,000," Wazir told ANI.
The nation continues to mourn the tragic loss of 26 lives, gunned down by terrorists at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam on April 22. The attack has led to heightened security measures and diplomatic responses amid ongoing tensions between neighboring countries.
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