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Indian Army Launches Probe Into Alleged Assault on University Professor in Rajouri

The inquiry follows claims of misconduct during a search operation, with police also registering an FIR against unidentified personnel.

The Army on Friday ordered an inquiry after a university professor accused the troops of assaulting him during a checking of vehicles in a village in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. (PTI File)
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Overview

  • Professor Liaqat Ali, a university academic, alleged he was assaulted by Army personnel during a vehicle check in Lam, Rajouri, suffering head injuries.
  • The Army initiated an internal inquiry and emphasized its commitment to taking strict action if misconduct is proven.
  • The incident occurred during counterterrorism search operations based on intelligence about potential terrorist movement near the Line of Control.
  • Police filed an FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita against unidentified Army personnel, citing wrongful restraint and voluntarily causing hurt.
  • Political leaders, including Mehbooba Mufti, condemned the incident, urging accountability and warning against tarnishing the Army's reputation.