A high-security alert has been issued across Jammu and Kashmir in response to a series of terror attacks in Pakistan, which resulted in multiple casualties, including civilians and security personnel.
Among the key developments that prompted this alert was the killing of a top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) commander, Zia-ur-Rehman, also known by his aliases Nadeem, Abu Qatal, and Qatal Sindhi. Officials confirmed on Tuesday that security measures have been intensified to counter any potential threats from anti-national elements.
Authorities have advised all protected persons, including politicians, to remain highly vigilant and strictly adhere to security protocols to ensure their safety. Security forces across the region have been instructed to maintain heightened surveillance and thwart any possible attempts to carry out attacks.
Intelligence agencies fear that terrorists may retaliate following the recent developments in Pakistan, particularly the elimination of Rehman, who was a key figure in orchestrating deadly terror operations in Jammu and Kashmir.
Rehman was wanted by Indian security agencies for his involvement in multiple attacks, including the killings of seven civilians in Rajouri in January 2023 and the deadly assault on a bus carrying Hindu pilgrims in Reasi in June 2024, which left nine people dead. He was gunned down along with his bodyguard by unidentified attackers in the Jhelum area of Pakistan’s Punjab province on Saturday evening.
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Rehman had a long history with LeT and was known to be one of the most trusted operatives of its founder, Hafiz Saeed, the mastermind behind the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Having infiltrated the Jammu region in the early 2000s, he was later exfiltrated to Pakistan in 2005.
According to intelligence inputs, there is a possibility of a ‘lone wolf’ attack or a targeted strike on protected individuals as a form of retaliation. The threat assessment also takes into account the upcoming anniversary of ‘Jang-e-Badr,’ a significant battle in Islamic history that took place on the 17th of Ramadan in 624 CE.
Officials have directed individuals under security cover to avoid unnecessary public appearances, limit their schedules, and keep their movements confidential to mitigate risks.
As a precautionary measure, security around vital installations, government buildings, and key institutions has been significantly strengthened. Additional checkpoints and patrols have been deployed to ensure maximum vigilance across sensitive areas. Security agencies remain on high alert, closely monitoring any suspicious movements that could indicate an impending threat.
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