JAMMU: Raman Suri, executive member, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu Kashmir, today said that never in the history of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has such a vigorous and result-oriented campaign been launched against militancy, its overground supporters, and moles working within the system. He was referring to the dismissal of two Special Police Officers (SPOs) Abdul Latif and Mohammad Abbas for their links with terrorists and anti-national elements and for aiding their activities is a right step.

Suri said that the government’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism has entered an unprecedented phase where not only active militants are being targeted but also those secretly aiding or sympathising with them within government departments are being identified and removed. This, he said, reflects the clear commitment of the administration to uproot the entire terror ecosystem that has long destabilized peace and progress in Jammu and Kashmir.

Calling it a defining moment in Jammu and Kashmir’s fight against terrorism, Suri asserted that peace and prosperity cannot be achieved until the entire terror support structure is uprooted. “Every mole, every sympathiser, every overground worker whether weather in or out of the system must face the law. Only then can Jammu and Kashmir truly breathe free and move towards complete normalcy,” he said.

The BJP leader said that this unprecedented campaign against militancy and its local support network by Jammu & Kashmir Police including the identification and removal of moles and sympathizers embedded in government ranks must continue till the last mole is identified and weeded out of the system. The dismissal of two SPOs for their links with terrorists and anti-national elements and for aiding their activities is a right step and must be supported by all irrespective of their political affiliations.

Now that the Senior Superintendent of Police, Kathua, Ms. Mohita Sharma, has ordered their immediate dismissal, Police leadership reiterates a strict “zero tolerance” policy. He said that there is no place for terror sympathizers in the Jammu & Kashmir Police or in the Union Territory’s administration. He welcomed the expulsions as part of a larger, ongoing crackdown that has, in recent days, targeted overground workers, local associates and the wider support structure that enables terrorism.

“Security forces have taken decisive action across districts to dismantle the terrorist ecosystem,” he said, adding these moves have already weakened the backbone of terror operations. Many active local terrorists have fled to occupied Jammu & Kashmir and Pakistan yet their networks continue to try to recruit and mislead our youth. That will not be allowed to stand, he asserted.

Raman Suri added that the government’s determination to root out sympathizers complements police lists and public advisories about individuals promoting terrorism from across the border, and demonstrated that anyone aiding terrorism will be exposed and punished under the law. He appealed to the people to cooperate with security agencies and the police saying that “our recovery and prosperity depend on removing every element that sustains terror and citizens’ cooperation is the single most powerful force in securing lasting peace and enabling development across the UT.”

In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

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