NIA Seizes Two Properties of Accused in Pakistan-Backed Terror Plot in Baramulla

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has seized two properties belonging to an accused in Baramulla district as part of its operations against terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. The action was taken in a Pakistan-backed terror conspiracy case involving ties to banned organizations Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).

Accused Shaheen Ahmad Lone was involved in smuggling weapons, ammunition, and explosives from Pakistan via the Line of Control to terrorists active in Kashmir Valley. Investigation revealed he also facilitated funding and financial transactions for militant groups. The NIA arrested him in September 2020 and filed a chargesheet in March 2021 under various provisions of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA).

Acting on orders from the NIA Special Court in Jammu under UAPA Section 33(1), the agency seized a residential house built on 7.5 marla land and a plot spanning 6 marla in Kanisspore village, Baramulla district. The case is currently being heard in the NIA Special Court in Jammu.