The Union Home Ministry designated 23 individuals based in Pakistan as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) on Saturday. These individuals are linked to terror groups Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba. With this move, the total number of designated terrorists under the UAPA has risen to 80, according to livemint.com.
The list was released as part of the government’s efforts to strengthen anti-terror measures against Pakistan-based outfits involved in anti-India activities. The ministry cited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of zero tolerance towards terrorism as the guiding principle for the designation. The individuals named are considered dreaded terror functionaries, and the move aims to disrupt their networks and operations.
This designation under the UAPA allows Indian authorities to take stringent legal action against these individuals, including freezing assets and prosecuting associates. The move aligns with India’s broader strategy to counter terrorism originating from Pakistan, particularly from groups like Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba, which have been involved in multiple attacks on Indian soil. The total of 80 designated terrorists reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to tighten security and legal frameworks.
The Union Home Ministry’s announcement on July 4, 2026, marks a continuation of India’s legal and security approach to terrorism. The expanded list of designated terrorists now stands at 80 individuals, reinforcing the government’s commitment to counterterrorism under the UAPA framework.