Srinagar, Feb. 9 -- Jammu and Kashmir Police have ramped up efforts to curb the misuse of SIM cards by terrorists and criminal elements.
Extensive inspections have been carried out across multiple districts, including Srinagar, Ganderbal, Anantnag, Budgam, Pulwama, Shopian, Bandipora, Samba, and Kishtwar, to ensure strict compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) norms by SIM card vendors, said a police spokesman
These measures aim to prevent unauthorized issuance and misuse of SIM cards, maintaining the security and integrity of communication networks, he said.
Over the past year, more than 30 individuals have been arrested for procuring SIM cards in their names and passing them on to terrorists for unlawful activities. The State Investi...