Internal SecurityGS-III· 1 min read
Pahalgam Terror Attack and NIA Chargesheet
Why in news?
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) named Pakistan-based terrorist Hafiz Saeed in its second chargesheet for the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, which targeted tourists.
Key points
- Hafiz Saeed, chief of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), has been charged by the NIA for his alleged role in the Pahalgam terror attack.
- The attack, carried out by LeT and its offshoot TRF, killed 26 civilians, including 25 tourists.
- Charges include waging war against India and conspiracy hatched from across the border.
- This is the second chargesheet filed by the NIA in connection with the attack.
Background & context
Hafiz Saeed is a known figure involved in numerous terrorist activities against India, including the 2008 Mumbai attacks. LeT and TRF are designated terrorist organizations.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA) is a key legislation used to counter terror activities in India.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 3 (Internal Security - Terrorism, Role of NIA)