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Two terror associates arrested in Baramulla; 22.5 Kg IEDs recovered

Srinagar, Oct 22 (UNI) Security forces have arrested two suspected terrorist associates in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir and recovered two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) weighing a combined 22.5 kg, along with a pistol and ammunition.
Baramulla Police, in a joint operation with Army’s 52 Rashtriya Rifles arrested the two from the Darpura Nursery area of Delina following what police described as credible intelligence inputs.
The recovered items include a Turkish-made CANIK pistol, a magazine containing 10 rounds, two IEDs weighing approximately 15 kg and 7.5 kg, a scooty and cash amounting to Rs 6,500, police said on Thursday.
The arrested men were identified as Tahir Ahmad Malik and Waseem Sultan Beigh, both residents of Chinkipora in Sopore.
According to preliminary investigation, the duo allegedly worked as overground workers (OGWs) and may have facilitated the movement and supply of weapons and explosives to terrorist operatives.
Police said their suspected roles and the extent of their involvement were being investigated.
Police said a case has been registered under relevant provisions of law.
“Further investigation is underway to establish their backward and forward linkages, identify other individuals involved in the suspected network, and ascertain the source and intended destination of the recovered arms and explosive materials,” police said.
Baramulla Police reiterated its firm commitment to countering terrorism, dismantling support networks, and ensuring the safety and security of the public.
“Coordinated intelligence-led operations will continue to identify and take lawful action against individuals involved in facilitating terrorist activities,” police said.
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