Kathua Terror Attack: Two Jaish Associates Arrested For Providing Logistical, Strategic Support To Terrorists

In a significant development, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested two overground workers (OGWs) linked to the terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammed in Kathua.

The arrests are connected to a terror attack that occurred on 8 July, in Kathua, resulting in the death of five Indian Army soldiers.

According to a Hindustan Times report, the arrested individuals have been identified as Layaqat Ali of ward number 7, Kalna Dhanu Parole in Billawar tehsil, and Mool Raj of Bowli Mohalla in Malhar tehsil of Kathua district.

They reportedly provided logistical and strategic support to the terrorists.

The duo also delivered messages from one group of two terrorists to another group of an equal number of terrorists in the jungles of Machhedi.

“After the attack on 8 July, the two had helped the terrorists with an escape route,” a police officer was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.

The police have also questioned more than 100 individuals in connection with the 8 July terror attack and taken preventive measures against over 40 others to disrupt potential support systems for terrorist activities in the region.

According to intelligence agencies, the Jammu region has a presence of 50 to 60 hardcore foreign terrorists, including former Pakistan army regulars from the Special Service Group, in the hill districts of Rajouri, Poonch, Doda, Kathua, Reasi and Udhampur.

Meanwhile, the Army has deployed more than 4,000 soldiers, including 500 elite para commandos and those trained in mountain warfare to eliminate these terrorists.

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