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Crime
Two suspected terror operatives arrested in Kulgam, J&K, weapons seized
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 08:31 AM
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Police in Kulgam district detained two alleged overground terror workers and recovered a cache of firearms.
Police officials in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir announced the arrest of two individuals suspected of acting as over‑ground operatives for a terror outfit. The detainees were taken into custody during a coordinated operation by the district police and security forces.
During the raid, authorities recovered a small cache of firearms, including rifles and pistols, which were seized as evidence. The weapons are being forwarded to forensic laboratories for further examination.
A district police spokesperson said the investigation is ongoing and that additional steps will be taken to uncover any wider network linked to the arrested suspects. No injuries were reported, and the police have urged the public to remain vigilant.
The arrest comes amid heightened security measures in the region, where law‑enforcement agencies continue to target extremist elements to maintain public safety.
During the raid, authorities recovered a small cache of firearms, including rifles and pistols, which were seized as evidence. The weapons are being forwarded to forensic laboratories for further examination.
A district police spokesperson said the investigation is ongoing and that additional steps will be taken to uncover any wider network linked to the arrested suspects. No injuries were reported, and the police have urged the public to remain vigilant.
The arrest comes amid heightened security measures in the region, where law‑enforcement agencies continue to target extremist elements to maintain public safety.