An SIA spokesperson said investigators found that some individuals were allegedly in contact with suspicious persons across the Line of Control (LoC) and the border

JAMMU: Five locations in Poonch and Udhampur districts were searched by Jammu & Kashmir State Investigation Agency (SIA) Saturday as part of an investigation into the alleged spread of secessionist narratives and radicalisation through online and offline channels, including social media platforms allegedly operated from across the border.An SIA spokesperson said investigators found that some individuals were allegedly in contact with suspicious persons across the Line of Control (LoC) and the border. The raids were conducted in Mandi and Surankote areas of Poonch and Ramnagar area of Udhampur. The searches began in the morning and were underway when reports last came in.The spokesperson said more details would be shared after the searches conclude.