Indian intelligence agencies had reportedly warned that Islamabad was preparing for a “hot summer in Jammu and Kashmir”read moreIndian intelligence agencies had warned the government of a potential Pakistan-backed terror activity in the Jammu and Kashmir region ahead of the April 22 Pahalgam tragedy, which led to at least 26 casualties.In view of the intelligence input, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan chaired a high-level security meet in Jammu on March 10. Then on April 6, Home Minister Amit Shah also chaired a meeting of the unified command in Srinagar.STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS ADAccording to sources, intelligence agencies had warned that Islamabad was preparing for a “hot summer in Jammu and Kashmir”, reported News 18.Pahalgam attackAccording to a preliminary investigation, at least
four terrorists were involved in the Pahalgam attack, including two foreign nationals.According to intelligence agencies, two of them have been identified as Aadil Thakur of Bijbehara and Aasif Sheikh of Tral — both being locals of Jammu and Kashmir. The remaining two have been identified as Suleman Shah and Abu Talha, which, according to survivors looked like they were of Pashtun background.More from India
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Pahalgam terror attack: Police release sketches of suspected terrorists behind Baisaran meadows killingsIt’s also being reported that the entire carnage was thought up by Saifullah Kasuri alias Khalid, a top Lashkar-e-Taiba commander.On Wednesday, Indian authorities also released photographs and sketches of the terrorists.How many terrorists are active in the region?As per records from central security forces, there are currently 70 foreign terrorists active in Jammu and Kashmir. In March, an infiltration attempt near the international border was stopped by an operation led by DGP Nalin Prabhat in Hiranagar.However, security agencies believe that many of these terrorists may be hiding quietly after entering India, waiting for further instructions from their handlers.“With the snow melting, hill routes have opened up. It appears that the terrorists in Pahalgam climbed down the hills to reach the meadows of Baisaran to attack unsuspecting tourists. A cordon and search operation has been launched to prevent the terrorists from escaping. The NIA team is on standby to visit the spot. NIA could begin its crackdown against overground workers who possibly aided the foreign terrorists,” said a source.TagsIndiaJammu and KashmirKashmirEnd of Article

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Pak preparing for ‘hot summer in J&K’, intel agencies had warned before Pahalgam attack: Report