Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha has dismissed two government employees, Siyad Ahmad Khan and Khurshid Ahmad Rather, for alleged links with the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Acting under Article 311(2)(c) of the Constitution, which allows termination without inquiry on national security grounds, the administration cited their involvement in arms smuggling, narcotics trade, and support for terrorist infiltration across the Line of Control.

Both are lodged in Kupwara district jail, with incriminating evidence including AK rifles recovered during investigations. The move adds to a series of over 75 similar dismissals since 2019, reflecting the government’s intensified crackdown on terror networks.

Officials have labeled the actions of Khan and Rather as a “betrayal of national trust,” highlighting the administration’s zero-tolerance policy toward employees abetting terror. Lieutenant Governor Sinha, after a detailed review of the evidence, deemed their dismissal essential to protect national security. This move adds to a tally of over 70 government employees sacked in Jammu and Kashmir in recent years for similar offenses, with 11 dismissals recorded in 2025 alone.

The dismissals come amid heightened security reviews, with Sinha vowing to dismantle terror ecosystems in the region. The use of Article 311(2)(c) reflects the urgency of the situation, allowing swift action without the usual procedural delays. Public reactions have been mixed, with some hailing the decision as a necessary step for stability, while others raise concerns about due process.

Security agencies are now intensifying efforts to uncover additional links, suspecting that Khan and Rather’s networks may extend further. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing Jammu and Kashmir, where the fight against terrorism requires constant vigilance and decisive action to safeguard the nation’s integrity.

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