Shopian, Dec 27: Shopian Police have detained three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) under the Public Safety Act (PSA) and shifted them to Central Jail Kot Bhalwal, Jammu, in a major crackdown on terror support networks threatening peace and security in the district. The detained individuals have been identified as Owais Ahmad Lone of Sedow, Mashooq Ahmad Shah of Shahlatoo, and Subzar Ahmad Gani of Check Choland—all residents of Shopian. According to police, the trio was repeatedly involved in activities prejudicial to state security. Despite preventive actions and proceedings initiated against them under Sections 170/126 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), they continued their unlawful activities, posing a serious threat to peace and security in the region. “Considering their continued involvement in such activities, detention orders were obtained from the District Magistrate, Shopian, after completion of all legal formalities. The detenues were subsequently taken into custody and lodged at Central Jail Kot Bhalwal, Jammu,” police said in a statement. The action reflects Shopian Police’s sustained efforts to dismantle terror support networks and neutralize elements working against peace and stability in the Union Territory. “Shopian Police reiterates its commitment to safeguarding peace and security and will continue to take firm action against elements inimical to state security, strictly in accordance with law,” the statement added. The detention under PSA allows authorities to hold individuals without trial for up to two years if they are deemed a threat to public order or state security.
Shopian Police Dismantle Terror Network, Detain Three OGWs Under PSA
