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Crime
Five Terrorist Overground Workers Detained in Kulgam, J&K
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 07:48 PM
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Security forces in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir have arrested five individuals identified as overground workers of terrorist groups, according to Daily Excelsior.
Security personnel conducting a sweep in Kulgam district on Tuesday apprehended five persons suspected of acting as overground workers for terrorist outfits. The detainees were taken into custody after intelligence inputs indicated their involvement in facilitating militant activities in the region.
Police officials confirmed that the arrested individuals were linked to extremist networks operating across the Jammu and Kashmir area, though details of their specific roles remain under investigation. The operation forms part of a broader effort by state and central agencies to disrupt logistical and recruitment channels used by insurgents.
Authorities have not disclosed the names or ages of the suspects, citing ongoing inquiries. The detainees are expected to be presented before a local magistrate within the stipulated legal timeframe.
The incident underscores the continued focus of security forces on curbing terrorism in the valley, especially after a series of recent infiltrations and attacks. Officials reiterated their commitment to maintaining law and order while safeguarding civilian lives.
Further updates will be provided as the case progresses through the judicial process.
Police officials confirmed that the arrested individuals were linked to extremist networks operating across the Jammu and Kashmir area, though details of their specific roles remain under investigation. The operation forms part of a broader effort by state and central agencies to disrupt logistical and recruitment channels used by insurgents.
Authorities have not disclosed the names or ages of the suspects, citing ongoing inquiries. The detainees are expected to be presented before a local magistrate within the stipulated legal timeframe.
The incident underscores the continued focus of security forces on curbing terrorism in the valley, especially after a series of recent infiltrations and attacks. Officials reiterated their commitment to maintaining law and order while safeguarding civilian lives.
Further updates will be provided as the case progresses through the judicial process.