CIK Arrests Two for Allegedly Spreading Radical Propaganda on Social Media
Srinagar, Aug 10: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) has arrested two suspects in connection with an investigation into the alleged dissemination of radical and anti-national propaganda through social media platforms.
The arrests follow raids conducted by CIK on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at multiple locations across the Kashmir Valley in connection with FIR No. 03/2023 registered at Police Station CIK Srinagar under Sections 505 and 153-A of the IPC and Sections 13 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
During the searches, officials seized six digital devices and seven SIM cards for detailed forensic examination.
According to officials, the arrested individuals have been identified as:
– Mehran Qazi, son of Atta Mohammad Qazi, resident of Hiller Shahbad, Dooru, Anantnag
– Babar Hamid Dar, son of Abdul Hamid Dar, resident of Chankan, Sopore
Police said the case relates to the alleged sharing of radical narratives and anti-national content on various social media platforms. Investigators claim that the two accused had circulated material involving glorification and projection of individuals associated with terrorism, propagation of extremist viewpoints, and content capable of influencing or radicalising impressionable minds.
Officials added that the investigation is continuing and the seized digital material is being examined in accordance with legal procedures.
