CIK raids multiple locations across Kashmir in UAPA case

Srinagar, June 27: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) on Saturday conducted searches at multiple locations across the Kashmir Valley in connection with an ongoing investigation into a case registered undervarious sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), officials said. According to officials, the searches were carried out in connection with FIR No. 07/2023, registered under Sections 153-A, 505 and 506 of the IPC, along with Sections 13, 18, 18-B and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The raids were conducted pursuant to warrants issued by the competent court. The searches were undertaken in accordance with due process as part of the ongoing investigation to collect evidence and establish facts relevant to the case. Official sources said a CIK team searched the residence of Riyaz Ahmad Beigh, son of Noor Mohammad Beigh, a resident of Hokarsar and originally from Dalal Mohalla, Maharaj Gunj, Srinagar. Another CIK team, led by a Deputy Superintendent of Police, carried out a search at the residence of Syed Qalandar Shah, son of Barkat Shah, a resident of Chountwaliwar, Lar, in Ganderbal district. CIK also conducted a search at the residence of Gulzar Ahmad Rather, son of Abdul Gani Rather, an imam of Phali Masjid and a resident of Nowgam, Verinag, in south Kashmir's Anantnag district. During the operation, officials seized documents and digital devices believed to have potential evidentiary value. The seized material will undergo forensic and technical examination in accordance with the law. Official sources said the searches were underway when the last reports came in. Further details are awaited.