RAW Operatives nabbed in Muzaffarabad as ISI foils Attack amid AJK Protests

MUZAFFARABAD – As protests and political tensions gripped Azad Kashmir, a covert security operation was conducted in Muzaffarabad, which led to arrest of five individuals allegedly linked to India’s RAW. Officials said the operation not only exposed suspected espionage network but also uncovered weapons, sensitive documents, and an alleged attack plan, potentially averting a major security threat in the region. The operation was carried out in Chhela area of Muzaffarabad, where Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and law enforcement agencies launched coordinated raid based on actionable intelligence. Officials claim the operation thwarted a potentially serious threat aimed at sensitive installations and public security in the region. The suspects were taken into custody during targeted operation and are currently under investigation. Authorities recovered laptops, mobile phones, and communication equipment from the accused, with preliminary examinations reportedly revealing sensitive material and evidence of suspicious contacts. The investigation took dramatic turn when information obtained during interrogation allegedly led security personnel to a hidden weapons cache. Officials say they recovered seven automatic weapons, multiple hand grenades, and other military-grade equipment believed to have been stored for future use. Investigators seized maps of key important locations in Azad Kashmir, along with documents and records allegedly detailing plans for attacks on sensitive targets. The recovered material is now being scrutinized as part of an extensive probe into the network’s activities. Authorities claim that evidence suggesting links with hostile intelligence elements has been incorporated into the investigation. Digital forensic teams are currently analyzing the confiscated laptops and mobile devices to uncover the full extent of the alleged network and identify additional suspects. Security officials are also tracing possible facilitators, funding