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J&K Displays Posters of 5 Pakistani Terrorists, Seeks Public Help

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua and Samba districts have displayed public posters featuring five suspected Pakistani terrorists, urging citizens to report any sightings to security forces. The move follows credible intelligence about successful terrorist infiltration from across the border, prompting intensified anti-terror operations across several districts. Security measures include additional checkpoints, area domination patrols, and movement restrictions within a five-kilometre border belt. The action aligns with Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent directive for a mission-mode approach to end terrorism and ensure zero infiltration in the region.

Key Points: J&K Posters Seek Public Help to Track 5 Pakistani Terrorists

  • Posters seek public help to track suspects
  • Intel warns of successful infiltration
  • Heightened ops in multiple districts
  • Movement restricted near border
  • Amit Shah directed zero-infiltration mission
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Posters displaying photos of 5 Pakistani terrorists released in J&K's Kathua and Samba

Authorities in J&K's Kathua and Samba display posters of 5 suspected Pakistani terrorists, urging public cooperation amid heightened security.

"Security forces are engaged in intensified anti-terror operations... to neutralise the terrorists and dismantle their cross-border terror networks. - Official Sources"

Jammu, Feb 17

Authorities, on Tuesday, displayed posters in Jammu and Kashmir's border districts of Kathua and Samba, carrying photographs of five suspected Pakistani terrorists, seeking the cooperation of the general public in tracking their movement, sources confirmed.

Official sources said this followed intelligence inputs generated from outside Jammu and Kashmir regarding suspected infiltration of terrorists from across the border.

The poster, titled 'Public Information', urges people to immediately inform the security forces, Army, Central Reserve Police Force, Police, or Border Security Force, or contact a dedicated helpline number if the suspects are spotted anywhere.

It also assures public that the identity of the informer will be kept confidential.

Same sources said security agencies in Punjab had shared credible intelligence inputs about the successful infiltration of suspected terrorists from across the border.

"Security forces are engaged in intensified anti-terror operations across Kathua, Kishtwar, Udhampur, Doda, and Samba districts to neutralise the terrorists and dismantle their cross-border terror networks," they added.

"The security forces and police have put up additional checkpoints, area domination patrols on highway, border areas and hinterland, and are conducting searches in vulnerable pockets, particularly along border areas, as part of heightened security measures," they said.

The move comes shortly after the police in Doda district put up posters of Pakistan-based terrorist Saifullah Balochi as part of sustained operations to track foreign terrorists operating in the Chenab Valley belt.

On Saturday, authorities in Kathua district imposed restrictions on "unnecessary movement" within a five-kilometre belt along the International Border, citing the possibility of cross-border firing and the need to prevent anti-national activities and safeguard civilians.

Kathua District Magistrate Rajesh Sharma issued the order under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), which empowers executive magistrates to take preventive measures in urgent cases of apprehended danger to maintain public order and safety.

On Friday, Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police, Nalin Prabhat, visited the Samba district and held a meeting with senior police and civil administration officials to review the security situation in the border areas, officials said.

He assessed the overall security landscape and reviewed the vigilance and alertness of the police in the border districts, they added.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during his recent visit to Jammu and Kashmir, directed for a mission mode approach to end terrorism in the Union Territory and ensure zero infiltration at the border.

- IANS

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Sarah B
This is concerning. I hope the people living in those border districts stay safe. The restrictions on movement must be tough for daily life, but safety comes first. The assurance of confidentiality for informers is important to encourage people to come forward.
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Arjun K
The posters are a smart move. Aap chronology samjhiye - first intelligence, then area domination, now public involvement. This multi-layered approach is needed to counter terrorism. Salute to our jawans and police for working round the clock.
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Priyanka N
While the security measures are necessary, I hope the administration also ensures that innocent civilians are not harassed during these searches and checkpoints. A balance between security and respecting citizens' rights is important.
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Vikram M
Zero infiltration is the goal, but it's a very tough task given the terrain and the constant attempts from across the border. The government needs to invest more in tech like drones and sensors along the IB. Strength is the only language they understand.
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Kavya N
My heart goes out to the families living in these border areas. They live with this uncertainty and danger all the time. We in cities enjoy peace because of their resilience and the sacrifices of our forces. We must not take it for granted.

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