Srinagar: The Indian government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has seized the property of a civilian in the Islamabad district of the disputed Jammu and Kashmir region. This action marks another instance of property attachment in the area, which has raised significant local and international concerns.

According to Kashmir Media Service, the Indian police attached a double-storied residential house in Hugam Lonepora, Srigufwara, under Section 25 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). This law permits the seizure of assets on allegations of unlawful activities, a term defined by the Indian regime. The property in question belongs to Firdous Ahmad Bhat.

Critics have argued that the increasing use of property seizures in Kashmir serves as a tool to target families without clear or substantiated evidence. The practice has drawn criticism for its lack of transparency and due process, with many accusing Indian authorities of using the UAPA to intimidate and penalize individuals based on unfounded charges.

The local Kashmiri population views such property attachments as part of a broader pattern of collective punishment. Many families in the region have reportedly faced similar confiscations without transparent legal proceedings, leading to widespread discontent and anxiety among residents.