Two militant aides arrested with arms, ammo in Baramulla, say officials

Baramulla: Armed forces on Thursday apprehended two militant associates along with war-like stores in Baramulla district.

Officials told GNS that based on a credible intelligence input, Indian Army’s 52 RR and Baramulla Police nabbed two associates from the Darpura Nursery area near Delina Ghat of Baramulla.

During search, 01 Kanik Turkish-made pistol, 01 magazine with 10 rounds and 02 IEDs were recovered from their possession.

Both hail from the Chinkipura area of Sopore district. Prima facie, both were found to be working as Over Ground Workers (OGWs) and are likely to be involved in movement of weapons and explosives for terrorists.

Further investigation has been taken up.