Srinagar, June 20(KNS): SIA Kashmir conducts searches at many locations in 4 districts namely Srinagar, Anantnag, Pulwama and Kapwara spread over length and breadth of Kashmir valley.
"Today on 20 June 2023, the SIA successfully conducted searches at six locations across Kashmir in Districts Kupwara, Anantnag, Pulwama, and Srinagar," the spokesperson in a statement said, adding that the searches were carried out as part of an ongoing investigation in case FIR No 05/2023 of Police Station SIA/ CIK pertaining to misuse of social media platforms for unlawful and secessionist activities.
It also said that the case was registered by SIA KASHMIR, regarding India-based social media entities collaborating with their foreign associates to spread hatred against India and promoting terror activities.
It further said that the pre dawn searches conducted by SIA personnel, aimed to uncover the individuals and groups involved in propagating secessionist , anti-India sentiments through various social media platforms. The identified entities are suspected of conniving with foreign associates to further their nefarious agenda, which includes instigating and supporting acts of terrorism. Additionally, these entities have been targeting government servants, hindering their ability to perform their lawful duties.
"The searches conducted by SIA resulted in the seizure of substantial digital and physical evidence like mobile phones, sim cards etc. The evidence will be meticulously analyzed to build a strong case against the accused individuals and organizations, ensuring a comprehensive investigation and subsequent legal proceedings," it added.(KNS).