Srinagar
Indian forces have launched a massive search operation targeting members of the business community in the Kashmir Valley of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).
According to Kashmir Media Service, personnel conducted extensive searches of hardware stores, chemical shops, fertilizer outlets, and car dealerships in areas including Nowhatta, Lal Bazaar, Shaheed Ganj, Chanapora, Rajbagh, RM Bagh, Saddar, Qamarwari, Zadibal, Hazratbal, Soura, Harwan, and Karan Nagar, as well as other towns across the territory.
Indian authorities claimed the operations aim to prevent the misuse of hardware items and agricultural chemicals for unlawful activities.
During the searches, forces examined stocks, records, sale registers, licenses, and sales procedures, including verifying the identities of bulk purchasers.
Police officials stated that the extensive checks are intended to ensure that no sensitive or regulated materials are diverted for illegal purposes.
