Acting on specific court directives, Poonch Police took decisive action on Thursday. They attached a significant piece of land belonging to a terror handler based in Pakistan. This property is located in the Mandi tehsil of Poonch district. Officials estimate its value at more than twenty-two lakh rupees.
Legal Basis for the Attachment
The police carried out this attachment in connection with a registered First Information Report. This FIR was filed at the Mandi Police Station. It invokes Sections 2 and 3 of the Egress and Internal Movement (Control) Ordinance from 2005.
This specific ordinance serves a clear purpose. It controls who can leave or move within the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Law enforcement agencies frequently use it in cases involving alleged unlawful activities. These often include individuals crossing borders for training or supporting actions against the nation.
Details of the Property and Owner
The attached land measures ten kanals and fourteen marlas. It belonged to a man named Abdul Aziz. He was originally a native of Chamber Kanari in Mandi, Poonch.
Aziz had fled to Pakistan earlier. From there, he is currently operating as a handler for terrorist activities. A police spokesperson provided this information. The spokesperson stated the fugitive has been actively involved in acts that harm India's security and sovereignty.
Court Declares Accused a Proclaimed Offender
The accused individual continued to evade the legal process. Because of this continued evasion, the court formally declared him a proclaimed offender. Poonch Police made sustained efforts to secure his arrest.
Despite these persistent attempts, he remained beyond the reach of the law. This situation compelled the court to issue an order. The order mandated the attachment of his immovable property.
Execution of the Court Order
Poonch Police executed this court order with proper coordination. They worked closely with the local revenue department. The spokesperson emphasized that all due legal procedures were followed meticulously.
This included complete verification and thorough documentation before taking action on the ground. The execution was carried out in a lawful and transparent manner.
Broader Strategy Against Terror Networks
The police spokesperson explained the larger context of this action. It is part of a broader and sustained strategy by security forces. The primary aim is to dismantle the financial and logistical support structures that sustain terror networks.
A key objective is to ensure that individuals involved in terrorism and anti-national activities face consequences. They must be deprived of their resources and assets. This action in Poonch represents a concrete step in that ongoing campaign.
