Two Arrested in J-K for Allegedly Sharing Sensitive Security Data Through Encrypted Channels

Police have arrested two men in the RS Pura border area of Jammu district for allegedly sharing sensitive security-related information with foreign intelligence operatives and handlers linked to terrorist organisations, including Pakistan-based entities, officials said on Monday.

The accused have been identified as Arun Kumar, a resident of Mathwar in Akhnoor, and Gorav Sharma, a resident of Mokhey, officials said.

A case has been registered at RS Pura police station under Sections 3 and 5 of the Official Secrets Act, 1923, and Sections 152 and 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

A preliminary investigation has revealed that the accused were allegedly sharing photographs and electronic data related to state security with foreign intelligence operatives and handlers associated with terrorist organisations, officials said. The material was reportedly transmitted through encrypted communication channels.

The alleged recipients included Pakistan-based entities, though officials have not disclosed further details about the communications or specified the exact nature of the information allegedly shared.

Investigators are examining the full extent of the alleged activities and assessing their potential security implications. They are also working to identify other persons who may have been involved in the suspected network, officials said.

The investigation is continuing, and further details about the alleged information-sharing activities and the involvement of any other individuals are yet to be established.