14 foreign terrorists killed, 13 terror modules busted in Jammu region in 2024
STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: Fourteen foreign terrorists were killed and 13 terror modules were busted in the Jammu region while action has been taken against 827 individuals for their involvement in anti-national activities in 2024, a police spokesperson said.
On the action taken under the anti-terror front, the spokesperson said that modules were busted all across the Jammu zone, including one each in Rajouri and Reasi, two each in Poonch and Kathua, three in Udhampur, and four in Doda.
The neutralization of these foreign terrorists has been a critical blow to the networks attempting to disrupt peace and stability in the region.
Additionally, constant pressure was maintained on anti-national elements. There was a substantial crackdown on over ground workers (OGWs), with action taken against 827 individuals compared to 282 the previous year. Additionally, 180 individuals were detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA), higher than the 168 detainees in 2023.
Jammu zone relentless efforts of law enforcement agencies and community awareness initiatives. This year, there were 476 NDPS cases registered and Noteworthy seizures include 9 kg and 990 grams of heroin recovered from the LOC area in the Nowshera Sector in April and 33 kg and 58 grams from the Jammu bus stand area in August, leading to multiple arrests. Property worth significant amounts was seized or frozen in 84 NDPS-related cases in 2024, with nine cases confirmed by the competent authority, SAFEMA.
In the realm of general crime, the Jammu zone witnessed a significant decline in the registration of criminal cases in 2024 (13,163) compared to the previous year (15,774). This positive trend is attributed to the relentless efforts of police personnel in maintaining law and order and ensuring public safety across the region.
Property theft cases, excluding motor vehicle thefts, saw a decrease with 944 cases reported compared to 1,321 in 2023, resulting in stolen property valued at Rs 14.18 crore, a reduction from Rs 18.75 crore in the previous year. Motor vehicle theft cases also declined to 507 from 653, with the total value of stolen vehicles amounting to Rs 6.53 crore, down from Rs 7.05 crore in 2023. The recovery rate for vehicle thefts stood at 47.48%, marginally higher than 47.38% in 2023. Bovine smuggling cases also decreased significantly, with 1,770 cases registered in 2024 compared to 2,600 in 2023. Proactive policing strategies, community engagement initiatives, and improved crime prevention measures have contributed significantly to this positive outcome.
A significant step towards combating the rising menace of drug abuse was the inauguration of the Drug De-addiction Centre in Jammu, this year. The newly established facility, equipped with modern amenities and staffed by trained medical professionals, psychologists, and counselors, offers detoxification, counseling, skill development, and reintegration programs to help patients reintegrate into society successfully.
On the cybercrime management, this year 67 police personnel have undergone specialized training to handle cybercrime and online fraud cases. This initiative is part of the operationalization of 10 Cyber Cells across all districts of the Jammu Zone. These cyber cells are now fully functional, equipped to address rising incidents of online fraud and cyber-related offenses. The initiative has already resulted in the successful handling of cases amounting to a lien of Rs. 4.75 crores this year.
The launch of progressive initiatives are attributed to a multifaceted approach implemented by authorities, including intensified surveillance, strategic operations, and community engagement programs. This also demonstrates the effectiveness of the zone in addressing criminal activities and creating a safer environment for the people of the region.
