Account operators turn out to be juveniles
Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Oct 27: Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) today dismantled a digital radicalization network operating through multiple social media platforms.
A statement issued by the police said that acting on precise intelligence inputs and sustained cyber surveillance, CIK identified two radical social media handles ‘faithful_warrior57’ and ‘Gurkboru.08’ engaged in glorifying terrorism and circulating extremist narratives.
“These accounts were actively sharing propaganda material, including audio clips and digital content of known terrorists, designed to sow discord, promote secessionist sentiment, and attract vulnerable youth towards violent extremism,” the statement said.
“Both individuals were traced, apprehended for questioning and found to be juveniles. Digital forensic examination of ‘one of the mobile device established him as the user of ‘Gurkboru.08’, and evidence revealed he was disseminating terror content under the direct guidance of an online handler. Investigations further disclosed that he had been using encrypted communication tools and VPNs to sustain covert interaction with cross-border handlers.”
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The statement further said that the inquiry traced the online handler operating under the alias ‘Saqib’ (real name Ahmad Salar), a Pakistan-based propagandist linked to The Resistance Front (TRF). “Salar was orchestrating a sophisticated online indoctrination effort, exploiting social media to manipulate vulnerable youth through ideological grooming, false promises and glorification of militant activities.”
“The second juvenile, operating the handle ‘faithful_warrior57’, was similarly influenced by the same handler. Digital traces revealed instructions, emotional manipulation, and ideological conditioning intended to draw both minors deeper into extremist networks.”
The statement said that through meticulous coordination, superior cyber analytics, and swift operational execution, CIK successfully disrupted the network, effectively preventing the recruitment of two juveniles and thwarting an emerging radicalization threat that could have endangered community safety.
Recognizing the social dimension of this threat, CIK held joint counseling sessions involving the families of juveniles, community elders, and local religious scholars. These sessions aimed to help the youth and their guardians understand the grave repercussions of radicalization and the importance of responsible digital engagement. The initiative underscored CIK’s compassionate approach combining operational excellence with social responsibility and strengthened community cooperation against extremist exploitation.
The CIK has appealed to parents, educators, and religious leaders across Jammu and Kashmir to remain vigilant, guide the youth responsibly, and report any suspicious online activity promoting extremist narratives. The unit reiterates its steadfast commitment to protecting young minds from radical influences, preserving peace, and upholding the collective security of the region.
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