Kishtwar, (Jammu) May 29: In a major crackdown on anti-social and anti-national elements, Kishtwar Police has booked two individuals under the Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act (PSA) for their repeated involvement in activities prejudicial to public peace and national security.
SSP Kishtwar Sh. Naresh Singh-JKPS, while divulging the details, stated that one of the accused, Rustam Ali Bagwan S/o Fateh Mohd Bagwan R/o Hunjala, Kishtwar, has been identified as an active Over Ground Worker (OGW). He was found providing logistic support and maintaining close links with terrorist elements operating in the region. His involvement posed a serious threat to the security and sovereignty of the Union Territory. Acting on credible inputs, a detailed dossier was prepared by Kishtwar Police, and upon approval from the competent authority, he was booked under PSA and lodged in Central Jail Kotbhalwal, Jammu.
The second accused, Arshad Hussain S/o Abdul Wahid Sheikh R/o Guriyan, Kishtwar, is a habitual burglar with a long history of criminal activities. Despite being involved in multiple theft cases and having received several warnings, he continued his unlawful behavior, creating fear and insecurity among the general public. On the orders of the District Magistrate Kishtwar, he was detained under PSA and lodged in District Jail Kathua.
The detention orders in both cases were issued by the District Magistrate Kishtwar, following comprehensive dossiers submitted by the police.
SSP Kishtwar Sh. Naresh Singh-JKPS reaffirmed the commitment of Kishtwar Police to maintaining peace and stability in the region. He emphasized that stringent action will continue against individuals indulging in criminal and anti-national activities, and no one will be allowed to disturb the law and order of the district.