NIA Raids Home of Retired Govt Employee in Srinagar

February 17, 2026

Srinagar, Feb 17 — The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday carried out a search at the residence of a retired government employee in Mehjoor Nagar area of Srinagar. The action forms part of an ongoing investigation into a terrorism‑related case registered in 2024, officials said.

The search was reportedly executed early in the morning and was still underway at the time of reporting, with authorities yet to provide detailed findings or further statements.

Person of Interest and Local Action

The house searched belongs to Nazir Ahmad Bhat, a retired government employee, according to official sources. Sleuths from the NIA conducted the raid amid tight security, while Jammu & Kashmir Police and other personnel were present to assist the operation.

Authorities stated that the raids are being carried out in connection with a terrorism case that was filed last year, though details about the specific charges or the extent of the retired employee’s alleged connections have not yet been disclosed.

Investigation Context and Broader Efforts

The NIA has been active in Jammu & Kashmir in recent years, probing multiple terror‑related cases across the region. These include investigations into militant‑linked conspiracies, funding networks and violent incidents that threaten national security.

While this latest search signals continued efforts by the federal agency to clamp down on terror activity, no official comments have been made on charges or subsequent legal action against the individual whose house was searched.

Awaiting Official Details

Officials have so far refrained from releasing additional information, stating that the operation is ongoing and that further updates will be provided once more facts are available.

Local residents in the area were reported to have observed heavy security presence during the raid, which caused temporary disruptions in the Mehjoor Nagar neighbourhood.