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Srinagar. Army exposed ISI’s conspiracy to include women (Women) , teenagers in terror network. This ‘dangerous plot’ hatched by Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI and chiefs of terrorist groups to carry weapons and messages has come to light amid a decline in the use of traditional means of communication by terrorists in the Kashmir Valley. Srinagar-based General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 15th Corps or Chinar Corps, Lt Gen Amardeep Singh Aujla said security forces need to remain alert as people sitting across the Line of Control (LoC) are conspiring to disturb the prevailing peaceful situation. are busy.
“Today’s threat, as I see it, involves women, girls and teenagers carrying messages, drugs or sometimes weapons,” Lt Gen Aujla said. So far, the army has detected a few cases which highlights an emerging trend. The heads of (terrorist groups) have adopted. We are working with other agencies to deal with it.”
Many informers of terrorists were caught, including girls and teenagers
Asked whether this meant terrorist groups have stopped using mobile communications, the army officer said the evidence at the technical intelligence level has come down significantly. Also, many people who worked as messengers of terrorists have been arrested. “Hence, now women, girls and teenagers are mainly inducted as substitutes for carrying messages,” the army officer said.
Army’s strategy to get rid of radicalism
As part of the strategy to get rid of radicalization, the army has taken several initiatives in collaboration with the Union Territory Administration, one of which is the ‘Sahi Raasta’ program which has proved to be an important step in recent times. “We have come a long way in ensuring peace and stability in Kashmir, but I will refrain from claiming victory right now, as we feel that everything has to be done before we can achieve lasting peace in the Union Territory,” he said. There is a need to consolidate the gains.
Pir Panjal became a cause of trouble
Without naming Pakistan, Lt Gen Aujla said that the challenge is that the neighboring country has not given up its intentions and is repeatedly creating trouble on both sides of the Pir Panjal. The recent infiltration attempt in Machil sector of North Kashmir is proof of his involvement. He emphasized that all the security agencies, including the agencies of the Union Territory Administration, are fully prepared to thwart any nefarious design of the enemy. “Kashmir has seen some decline in infiltration along the Line of Control, but there have been some attempts to the south of Pir Panjal as well as in neighboring Punjab,” the army official said.
National security is our prime responsibility
He said, “We need to be vigilant and do not let our guard down at any cost. National security is our prime responsibility. We will spare no effort to maintain it. “He said,” We are aware of the potential threats from across the border and in this regard, to the best of our abilities, ensure that the present peace achieved through collective efforts is maintained. And normalcy should not be put at risk by enemy elements.
The army officer said increasing pressure and intelligence-based operations have demoralized the terrorists and most of them have either “gone out of the valley or gone quiet”. Roop is a cause of concern, we are working jointly to eliminate it. “Lt Gen Aujla said,” It is difficult to tell the exact number of local or foreign terrorists, but according to my estimation, it is definite. It is literally the lowest in the last 33 years.
Reduction in incidents of encounter with terrorists
He said that this year Kashmir has witnessed a decrease in terrorist attacks and encounters between terrorists and security forces which shows a positive sign and augurs well towards peace and normalcy in all regions. The army officer said that there has been a visible change in the sentiments of the local population towards violence which is highly commendable and “the challenge for us is to maintain it in the times to come”.
Benefits of coordination between security forces in Kashmir
He said that the need of the hour was to strengthen public confidence in the security forces and the concerned government machinery. “Ultimately, if we have reached this stage, it is because of the people’s cooperation,” Lt Gen Aujla said. The army officer said that based on the changing security environment “we have made adjustments in our methodology as well”. Has made changes and emphasized on people-friendly operations. ”””’ Lt Gen Aujla appreciated the coordination between all security forces in ensuring the successful G-20 meeting held in the valley recently.
