Former independent MLA Sheikh Abdul Rashid, popularly known as Rashid Engineer, arrested by NIA on Friday in connection with a case related to the funding of terror activities in Kashmir
The central government has reportedly pressed for heavy-lift planes like the C-17s for rapid mobilisation of troops. The army and the air force have reportedly been put on high alert.
As per NIA, the three accused had conspired and conducted preparations to wage war against the government of India by forming the terrorist outfit Ansarulla.
Masarat Alam told that Pakistan based agents channeled the funds through hawala operators which were transferred to the separatist leaders including Syed Shah Gilani.