Jammu and Kashmir Police announced on Friday that an investigation into suspicious monetary operations led to a major enforcement action in the Shopian district. The apprehended individuals operated as overground workers who backed terrorist networks with critical logistical support alongside illicit monetary funding. Further information regarding the scope of the operation remains awaited as the investigation continues.
NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested 10 overground workers (OGWs) in connection with a
terror financing module in Shopian district, officials told PTI on Friday.
The arrests were made during an investigation into suspected terror financing activities in the south Kashmir district. Police said the accused were allegedly involved in supporting terrorist networks through financial and logistical assistance.
More details awaited.
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