Bandipora, November 06 (KNB): Bandipora Police have arrested two more persons in connection with an alleged prison-linked terror module involving a banned organisation, taking the total number of arrests in the case to eight. More arrests are expected, police said.
The case pertains to an alleged network accused of targeting women to promote separatist ideology and propaganda. The module was earlier busted by Bandipora Police.
The arrested persons have been identified as Irshad Ahmed Bhat, son of Gh. Mohd Bhat, a resident of Chakloo, Baramulla, and Showkat Ahmed Reshi, son of Gh. Mohd Reshi, a resident of Watlab, Sopore.
Both were arrested in connection with Case FIR No. 168/2026, registered under Sections 10 and 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
Police said further investigation is underway to ascertain the involvement of the arrested persons and identify other individuals linked to the alleged network.
Bandipora Police reiterated its commitment to taking legal action against those found involved in activities affecting the security and peace of the region.(KNB)