Srinagar, Nov 07: In a major breakthrough against financial fraud and corruption in government departments, the Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a charge-sheet against ten accused individuals for their alleged involvement in a fictitious land compensation scam in Anantnag, where forged revenue records were used to illegally obtain public funds meant for land acquisition.

In a statement, the Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a charge-sheet in case FIR No. 12/2015 under Sections 420, 467, 468, 471, 120-B RPC read with Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act before the Court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Anantnag.

The charge-sheet has been produced against ten accused individuals for their alleged involvement in a fraudulent compensation case related to fictitious land acquisition in Anantnag District, it reads.

The case pertains to the fraudulent release of compensation amounts in favour of non-existent beneficiaries whose land was falsely shown to have been acquired by the Government during the construction of the Verinag-Kokernag road via Batagund, statement reads.

During investigation, it was found that certain officials of the Revenue Department (the then Tehsildar Dooru, the then Naib Tehsildar Dooru, the then Girdawar Dooru and the then Pathwari Dooru), in criminal conspiracy with private individuals , manipulated and forged revenue records to facilitate the illegal disbursement of compensation funds. Fictitious entries were allegedly made in official records to obtain wrongful monetary gains, causing significant loss to the State exchequer and undermining public trust, it reads.

After thorough investigation and collection of evidence, the Economic Offences Wing has filed the charge-sheet before the Hon’ble Court for judicial determination, it reads.

The Crime Branch Kashmir reiterates its commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in public administration and to bringing all those involved in economic offences to justice reads the statement. (KNC)

Srinagar, Nov 6: Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday outlined a new security strategy for Kashmir, calling for stronger coordination, enhanced vigilance, and smarter surveillance.

Chairing a high-level security review meeting at the Police Control Room (PCR) Kashmir to assess the prevailing security situation in the Valley and to strategise measures for further strengthening the security and intelligence grid, DGP Prabhat emphasised strengthening the city’s security grid through advanced surveillance, effective inter-agency coordination, and proactive field engagement.

He directed officers to establish dynamic and surprise checkpoints at strategic and vulnerable points to enhance area domination and deterrence.

DGP Prabhat instructed officers to maintain seamless communication between adjoining districts for inter-district security coordination and real-time information sharing.

Stressing the importance of operational agility, the DGP directed districts to enhance their Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) with improved mobility, training, and equipment.

He also called for modernisation and upgradation of the communication network to ensure uninterrupted and secure connectivity across all levels.

The DGP reiterated the importance of professionalism, alertness, and people-friendly policing while maintaining the highest levels of operational readiness.

He reviewed the existing arrangements and issued directions aimed at enhancing overall coordination, efficiency, and field readiness.

The meeting was attended by Special DG Coordination Syed Javaid Mujtaba Gillani, IGP Kashmir Zone, IG CRPF (KOS), IG CRPF (Srinagar Sector), range DIGs of J&K, DIG SSB Srinagar, DIGs CRPF (South and North Srinagar), all district SSPs of Kashmir Zone, SSP PCR Kashmir, SP PC Srinagar, and other senior officers.

At the outset, participating officers briefed the DGP on the current security scenario and operational preparedness in their respective jurisdictions.

Srinagar, Nov 6: In connection with the upcoming National Legal Services Day to be observed on November 9, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, organised an awareness programme on consumer protection and cyber laws at ADR Centre, District Court Complex Srinagar.

The programme was held under the chairmanship of Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, Tasleem Arief and under the supervision of Sub-Judge and Secretary, DLSA Srinagar, Sajad-ur-Rehman.

The initiative aimed to sensitise the people and Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs) about their rights under the Consumer Protection Act and the legal safeguards available against cyber fraud and online offences.

Panel lawyers of DLSA Srinagar conducted the awareness sessions, highlighting the role of legal services institutions in providing free legal aid to those in need and in promoting access to justice for all.

The programme witnessed active participation of PLVs and the people, who were informed about the mechanisms for filing consumer complaints, preventive measures against cybercrimes, and the availability of assistance through DLSA Srinagar.

The event was part of a series of awareness initiatives being organised in the run-up to National Legal Services Day 2025.