Srinagar, In a recent operation in the Sopore town of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Indian troops have arrested three youth, intensifying the ongoing security measures in the region. This development adds to the series of actions aimed at quelling dissent and maintaining law and order, as claimed by the authorities.

According to Kashmir Media Service, the arrest occurred during a cordon and search operation (CASO) conducted at the Fruit Mandi crossing area. The individuals apprehended, identified as Faisal Ahmad, Aquib, and Adil, were labeled by the troops as ‘upper ground activists,’ a term often used to denote non-combatant sympathizers or logistic supporters of militant groups. The authorities have also reported the seizure of a pistol and mobile phones from the possession of the arrested youth, citing these findings as evidence of their involvement in activities against state security.

This operation follows closely on the heels of another significant law enforcement action in the Baramulla district, where five youth were booked under the controversial Public Safety Act (PSA), a law criticized by human rights organizations for its stringent provisions and potential for abuse. The individuals detained under the PSA were subsequently moved to District Jail Udhampur and Kot-Balwal Jail Central Jail in Jammu, further away from their homes.

These incidents highlight the ongoing tension and security-related activities in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, reflecting the authorities’ efforts to deter any actions perceived as threats to peace and stability in the area. The use of CASOs and the PSA points to the complex and often criticized strategies employed to manage dissent and maintain security in the region.