'Significant leads' found in Reasi terror attack, 50 people detained

NEW DELHI: Reasi district police have detained 50 people in connection with the recent terrorist attack on a Hindu pilgrims' bus.

According to SSP Reasi Mohita Sharma, "District Police Reasi have detained 50 individuals in connection with the recent terrorist attack on a pilgrims' bus in the Kanda area of P/S Pouni."


The SSP further stated that the detentions were made after an investigation led by Kanda Area Police Station. The identification and capture of potential suspects were aided by significant leads uncovered during the investigation. "Significant leads have been uncovered, aiding in the identification and capture of those who may potentially involved in orchestrating the attack," SSP added in her statement.



The search operations were also extended to Arnas and Mahore to uncover more evidence and apprehend any terrorists in hiding. These areas were known to be strongholds for terrorist activities from 1995 to 2005.


The attack, which occurred on June 9, resulted in deaths of nine and several injured as terrorists open fired on en-route from Shiv Khori cave shrine to Katra. Carrying pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Delhi, the vehicle fell into a gorge following the attack.

Assuring the people, a police spokesperson said, "The law enforcement agencies are committed to bringing the perpetrators to justice and ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors in the area,"

Recvently, the Jammu and Kashmir region has witnessed an escalation in violent incidents, marked by three attacks. The first of these was the Reasi terror attack, followed by the Kathua terror attack, and lastly, the Doda terror attack.

(With inputs from agencies)

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