SIA conducts raids at multiple places in Kashmir, detains several suspects

Jammu and Kashmir Police’s State Investigation Agency (SIA) on Saturday conducted raids at 11 locations in Kashmir and detained several suspects for questioning as part of its investigation into sleeper cell modules in the Valley, officials said.

“In continuation to the raids conducted across South Kashmir by the SIA, Kashmir, earlier this week, in the investigation related to sleeper cell modules, extensive raids were carried out today at around 11 locations across Central and North Kashmir,” an official said.

The officials said these raids were conducted in connection with the investigation of case FIR No. 01/2025 registered under various sections of UA(P) Act.

The competent court has authorised these searches which are being conducted in the presence of executive magistrates, they said.

During the raids, substantial incriminating materials have been seized and the suspects have been rounded up for further questioning, the officials said.

Preliminary investigation has brought out that these terror associates are actively engaged in terrorist conspiracy, propagating and furthering anti-India narratives aimed not only at challenging the sovereignty and territorial integrity of India, but also at inciting disaffection, public disorder, and communal hatred, they added.

“It is observed that most of the individuals under the SIA’s scrutiny for involvement in online radicalisation fall within the vulnerable and impressionable age group of 18 to 22 years,” the official said.

In this context, the role of teachers, parents, and peers becomes crucial.

While constant monitoring may not always be possible, they should remain alert to the online activities of young individuals and offer timely guidance if any concerning behaviour is noticed, the officials said.