Srinagar, In a recent action by the State Investigation Agency (SIA) controlled by New Delhi, a property belonging to a Kashmiri man was seized in the Sopore area of Baramulla district, Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). This seizure adds to a series of similar actions in the region, raising concerns about property rights and legal processes.

According to Kashmir Media Service, the SIA seized five kanals of immovable land belonging to Abdul Rashid Mir, son of Mohammad Sultan Mir, in the Amarghar area of Sopore on Thursday. The seizure was executed under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, a law often criticized for its broad application.

This incident follows another seizure that occurred on Wednesday, where an orchard owned by a civilian was attached in Wakoora, Ganderbal district. These actions are part of a pattern that has emerged after August 2019, where the Modi government has been accused of implementing a policy aimed at confiscating properties of Kashmiris on charges of supporting pro-freedom activities in the territory.

The use of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for property seizures in IIOJK has been a subject of controversy, with many viewing it as a draconian measure affecting the rights of Kashmiri residents. These incidents continue to fuel debates over the legal and human rights situation in the region, particularly regarding the ownership and control of local assets.