Major Crackdown: J&K Police Attach Banned Tehreek-e-Hurriyat Headquarters in Budgam Under UAPA

In a decisive move against secessionist forces, the Jammu and Kashmir Police, specifically the Budgam district unit, has attached the head office of the banned organization Tehreek-e-Hurriyat (TeH). This significant action, taken under the stringent provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), underscores the ongoing commitment to dismantle networks supporting militancy and anti-national activities in the region.

The property, identified as the central hub for Tehreek-e-Hurriyat's operations, is located in the Hyderpora area of Budgam.

Police investigations revealed that the premises were systematically used to propagate anti-India sentiments and orchestrate activities aimed at undermining the sovereignty and integrity of the nation. The attachment order was issued by the District Magistrate Budgam, following a thorough investigation by the State Investigation Agency (SIA) which presented compelling evidence of the property's direct link to unlawful activities.

This attachment is not an isolated incident but part of a broader, sustained strategy by security forces to cripple the financial and logistical infrastructure of banned outfits.

The UAPA, a robust legal framework, allows for the attachment of properties deemed to be instruments or proceeds of terrorism, effectively cutting off resources for such groups.

Tehreek-e-Hurriyat, founded by the late Syed Ali Shah Geelani, was officially banned by the Ministry of Home Affairs in 2021 due to its consistent involvement in advocating for secession from India and inciting violence.

The organization has been implicated in various acts detrimental to public order and national security, fostering an environment of separatism and radicalization.

The Budgam Police spokesperson confirmed that the attachment aims to prevent the continued use of the property for any further unlawful activities, thereby sending a clear message that properties associated with terrorism and secession will be brought under the purview of the law.

This action is expected to significantly impede the remnants of the organization's operational capabilities and serve as a deterrent to others considering similar activities.

Local residents and security analysts have largely viewed this as a positive step towards restoring peace and normalcy in the valley.

The government's firm stance against elements attempting to destabilize the region continues to gain momentum, with such attachments acting as crucial components in the long-term strategy to counter terrorism and radical ideologies in Jammu and Kashmir.