Kashmir: Nine Detained For Online Terror Glorification, Anti-National Propaganda, Inciting Violence Among Youth

In a major crackdown on online terror networks, the Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Sunday detained nine people, including a woman, during raids across the Valley.

Providing details about the action, a spokesperson of the CIK said that the raids were conducted based on credible intelligence about the online glorification of terrorism and the radicalisation of youth.

The CIK teams targeted 10 specific locations in Srinagar, Kulgam, Baramulla, Shopian, and Pulwama.

"In a sweeping crackdown on online terror networks, CIK launched coordinated raids across Kashmir Valley today, sending a decisive message against extremism and cyber abuse," the spokesperson said in a statement.

According to CIK, the individuals were allegedly misusing social media to incite communal hatred, violence and anti-national propaganda to brainwash the youth.

"This robust operation, conducted with support from local police, focused on individuals alleged to be misusing social media platforms to incite violence, spread anti-national propaganda, and foster communal hatred," he said.

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The official said nine suspects, including one woman, have been detained, and a cache of incriminating evidence, like SIM cards and mobile phones, has been recovered from their possession that could yield critical leads for further investigation.

"A cache of incriminating evidence, ranging from SIM cards and mobile phones to tablets and a variety of digital devices, has been seized for forensic examination," he said.

"This action underscores our commitment to safeguarding public order and the internal security of the region by rooting out digital threats at their source," he said.

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The CIK spokesperson said that the crackdown was just the beginning of an intensified fight against online terrorism and unlawful digital activity.

Accordingly, more raids and detentions are imminent as they remain steadfast in upholding peace in the Valley and protecting Kashmir's youth from the influence of Pakistan-backed terrorist handlers and violent extremism.

(With PTI Inputs)