Handwara: Three overground workers (OGW) of the Al-Badr militant outfit were arrested at Wagram crossing on the highway in the Kralgund area of Handwara, north Kashmir, Police said.
They have been identified as Nazim Ah Bhat, son of Gh Mohd Bhat, Siraj din Khan, son of Bashir Ah Khan, and Adil Gull son of Gh Mohidin Wani— all residents of Khaipora, Kralgund.
A senior police officer said that a joint party of PC Kralgund, 92 CRPF, and 32 RR intercepted three individuals at Wangam crossing on the highway.
"On their search, one pistol along with a magazine and eight rounds, besides two hand grenades were recovered from their possession," the officer said.
"Preliminary investigation suggests that the trio is affiliated with the banned militant organization- Al Badr and that they were assigned task by Pakistan-based handlers to carry out militant acts in the area.
Further investigation has been set in motion, the officer added.
(KNO)
