NIA raids 12 locations in Kashmir over terror funding in Valley

Continuing its probe into terror funding by Pakistan-based groups to stoke unrest in the Kashmir Valley, the National Investigation Agency on Wednesday conducted searches at 12 locations in Jammu and Kashmir.

The probe agency said the searches are being carried out at 12 locations in Srinagar, Baramulla and Handwara.

They said those being searched on Wednesday have alleged links to persons being investigated in this case.

The NIA had arrested seven persons on July 24 in the case of alleged funding of terror and subversive activities in the Kashmir Valley to fuel unrest.

The money was being raised to fund separatist and terror activities in Jammu and Kashmir, the NIA had alleged.

The agency had claiming that the accused were waging war against the country and were involved in various offences punishable under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

It had also alleged that the accused were involved in creating unrest by way of anti-India demonstrations and bandhs.

The NIA registered the case on 30 May, accusing separatist and secessionist leaders of being involved with terrorist groups.

The case was registered over raising, receiving and collecting funds through various illegal means for funding separatist and terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir.

The case also included causing disruption in the Valley by pelting security forces with stones, burning schools, damaging public property and waging war against India.

PTI