Srinagar, Mar, 23:The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday carried out extensive searches at multiple locations across Jammu and Kashmir in connection with its ongoing investigation into the Red Fort car bomb blast case.
According to officials, raids were conducted at nine locations spanning several districts, including Handwara in Kupwara, Rafiabad in Baramulla, as well as areas in Kulgam and Srinagar. The coordinated searches are part of the agency’s efforts to dismantle the wider network linked to the deadly attack.
An NIA spokesperson confirmed that the searches were aimed at gathering further evidence and identifying individuals suspected of having links with the accused involved in the case. Officials indicated that incriminating materials and digital evidence are being examined to trace the conspiracy behind the blast.(PTI)
The Red Fort blast, which occurred on November 10 last year, had sent shockwaves across the country. At least 13 people lost their lives and several others sustained injuries when an explosive-laden vehicle detonated near the historic monument in the national capital.
Investigations revealed that the attack was carried out by a suicide bomber, Umar Un Nabi, a medical doctor and assistant professor at Al Falah University in Faridabad, Haryana. He allegedly drove the explosive-filled car to the site before triggering the blast.
So far, the NIA has arrested 09 to 11 individuals in connection with the case. The agency believes that the attack was part of a larger conspiracy, possibly involving a network operating across multiple regions.
The latest raids in Jammu and Kashmir are seen as a significant step in uncovering the remaining links in the terror network and ensuring that all those involved are brought to justice.
Authorities have reiterated their commitment to continue the investigation with full intensity, emphasizing that strict action will be taken against anyone found aiding or abetting terrorism.
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