HANDWARA: In a decisive move against cross-border terrorism, the Handwara Police on Saturday attached immovable properties belonging to two Pakistan-based terror handlers from Monbal, Handwara.

The action was taken in connection with a long-pending terrorism case and executed under stringent anti-terror laws.

According to officials, the properties were seized under FIR No. 198/2003 registered at Police Station Handwara, invoking multiple serious charges including Sections 13 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Sections 2/3 and 3/4 of the Explosive Substances Act, and Sections 120B, 121A, 302, and 307 of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC).

The operation was carried out as per a court order dated June 20, 2025, under Section 83 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), which allows for the attachment of assets belonging to proclaimed offenders.

The individuals whose properties have been attached are Mohd Shafi Bara, son of Sawariya Bara, resident of Monbal, Handwara and Gh. Mustafa, son of Alif Ud Din, resident of Monbal, Handwara

Both accused had reportedly exfiltrated to Pakistan and are alleged to have played key roles in facilitating and coordinating terrorist activities from across the border. They are believed to have orchestrated several terror-related incidents in the region over the years.