Srinagar, Apr 19: A US citizen from Montana was detained at Srinagar International Airport today after security found him carrying a prohibited satellite phone, sources confirmed.
Identified as Jeffrey Scott Prather, he was intercepted during routine checks. His Kolkata companion, Haldar Koushik, was also taken into custody for questioning.
Satellite phones require prior authorization in Jammu & Kashmir, where their use is tightly regulated. Investigations continue into their visit’s purpose.
