Sopore security forces recover major arms and explosives cache

Security forces, including the Sopore Police, 22 Rashtriya Rifles, and the CRPF, recovered a significant cache of weapons and explosives during a cordon-and-search operation in the Mukaam Cherhar forest area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district.

Following specific intelligence, personnel discovered a blue barrel and a bag concealed beneath a large boulder. The seized arsenal included an AK-47, an AK-76, four pistols, and a multi-grenade launcher with five rounds. Additionally, authorities recovered 11 hand grenades, three remote-controlled improvised explosive devices (IEDs), eight detonators, two timers, and various components used for explosive fabrication, such as wires, battery cells, and prima cords.

A case has been registered at the Bomai Police Station under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), the Arms Act, and the Explosive Substances Act. Investigations are ongoing to identify the owners of the cache and determine potential links to militant or terrorist activities.