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In pics: After Pahalgam terror attack, homes of 5 terrorists demolished across J&K

Last updated on - Apr 26, 2025, 15:28 IST
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Two more houses demolished

Authorities demolished houses of Zakir Ahmad Ganie in Kulgam and LeT commander Shahid Ahmad Kuttay in Chotipora, Shopian, raising the total demolitions to five.

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Controlled explosions used

The demolitions were conducted through precision-controlled explosions to avoid damage to nearby homes, signaling no hostility towards the general public.

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Terror accused properties demolished

Earlier, properties owned by Adil Hussain Thoker from Bijbehara, Asif Sheikh from Awantipora, and Ahsan Sheikh from Pulwama — all accused of terror links — were demolished.

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Adil’s Pakistan link

Adil Hussain Thoker legally traveled to Pakistan in 2018, received terrorist training, and secretly infiltrated back into Jammu and Kashmir last year.

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Deadliest attack since 2019

At least 26 tourists were killed and many injured in the Baisaran Meadow terror attack, making it the worst since the abrogation of Article 370.

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Breach despite heavy security

Despite strong security, including checkpoints and patrols, attackers managed to infiltrate and strike the scenic tourist spot near Pahalgam.

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Warning to terror sympathizers

Authorities warned that families of terrorists will face consequences like house demolitions, denial of government benefits, and bans on passports and jobs.

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Adil’s key role revealed

Adil arranged logistics, guided Pakistani terrorists Hashim Musa and Ali Talha, and helped reconnoiter the Baisaran attack site.

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Asif and Ahsan’s involvement

Asif Sheikh aided the attackers using his knowledge of local terrain; Ahsan Sheikh facilitated logistics for the assault.

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Previous demolition instance

Earlier, the home of Haroon Ganai, a local ISI-recruited terrorist from Anantnag now based in Pakistan, was also demolished.

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