Srinagar, Nov. 28 -- In a major success against the terror network, security forces on Friday busted a hideout of Jaish-e-Mohammad and arrested a terrorist associate in Jammu and Kashmir's Awantipora sub district.

Police said, acting on credible input regarding the presence of terrorists in Naner Midoora, a joint cordon and a search operation was launched with Army's 42 RR and 180 BN CRPF in the area.

"During the search, one terrorist associate identified as Nazir Ahmed Ganai, a resident of Ganai Mohalla Nanar, affiliated with JeM, was arrested," Police said.

During sustained questioning, and on his disclosure, a terrorist hideout located in the orchards belonging to the accused was uncovered and subsequently busted, they added.

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