Terror Infrastructure Expands In PoK As Intelligence Agencies Track New Dual Use Facilities

Indian intelligence agencies have raised serious concern over fresh construction activity in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. Satellite images and ground photographs show rapid expansion of terror-linked infrastructure. These developments have been ongoing since November. Officials say the scale and planning suggest long-term intentions. The focus is not one site but multiple locations. This points to a wider strategy. Agencies are monitoring movements closely. The threat level is being reassessed.

What Is Being Built In Neelum Valley?

A new facility is coming up in the Sharda area of Neelum Valley district. It is named Jamia Masjid Ibn Taymiyah wa Markaz. Sources say the structure is designed for dual use. On the surface it appears religious. In reality it can act as a command and control centre. Construction has picked up speed in recent months. The design allows secrecy and cover. This has made agencies uneasy.

Who Is Supervising The Project?

The importance of the site became clearer after a senior Lashkar leader visited it. Rizwan Hanif, deputy of LeT’s PoK unit, recently inspected the Neelum Valley facility. His presence signals operational value. Intelligence officials see this as confirmation of terror intent. Such visits are not routine. They usually precede activation. Agencies believe planning is at an advanced stage. Surveillance has been tightened.

How Widespread Is This Network?

The Neelum Valley centre is not alone. Intelligence inputs suggest at least four major Markaz are under construction. These are located in DhirKot in Bagh, Khaigala in Rawalakot, and Palandri in Sudhanoti. Each site follows a similar pattern. Small but effective structures are being created. This avoids attention and reduces risk. It also spreads resources. The network appears coordinated.

Why Shift From One Large Base?

Lashkar has changed its strategy after setbacks. Earlier large central Markaz were easier to target. Indian Army operations destroyed many launchpads. Operation Sindoor damaged key terror hubs. Now LeT prefers smaller facilities. These are harder to detect. They blend into civilian areas. Mosques provide cover. This decentralised model increases survival chances. It also complicates counter operations.

What Is Happening In Rawalakot?

Rawalakot has emerged as a new hotspot. Construction activity has intensified there. A large building is rising in the Khaigala area. It is named Al-Aqsa Markaz. LeT claims it is a mosque. Intelligence sources say it will function as a launchpad. The design matches earlier terror centres. Its location is strategic. Agencies see clear intent behind the disguise.

How Was The Cover Exposed?

LeT’s PoK spokesperson Aamir Zia recently released a video from the site. While trying to present the building as a mosque, he made a mistake. During the video he referred to it as a Markaz. This slip confirmed intelligence assessments. Officials say such errors reveal true purpose. It strengthens evidence of terror expansion. Monitoring will continue. Security forces remain on alert.