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Jammu and Kashmir Facial Recognition System Captures UAPA Suspect

Authorities say the arrest illustrates the facial recognition system’s effectiveness in strengthening Jammu and Kashmir’s counterterrorism operations.

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Officials said that police apprehended Muneeb Mushtaq Sheikh, a resident of Malik Mohalla Drangbal Pampore, in neighbouring Anantnag district, after his detection by the technological system raised suspicion.
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Overview

  • On July 20, Anantnag Police flagged and arrested Muneeb Mushtaq Sheikh at the Ganishbal X-Ray Point using the newly installed Facial Recognition System Sheikh is implicated in FIR No. 28/2021 under Sections 16, 18 and 20 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act
  • He also faces charges under Sections 4 and 5 of the Explosive Substances Act in a Pampore police case
  • The suspect was immediately transferred to Pahalgam Police Station for identity verification and further investigation
  • This marks the facial recognition system’s second major arrest since its mid-June deployment, underscoring its role in enhancing pilgrimage route security