Who was Basit Dar? Top LeT commander, carrying Rs 10 lakh bounty, killed in encounter in Kashmir
Basit Dar, a TRF commander linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, was killed in Khudwani, Kashmir, in an encounter with security forces. He was wanted for 18 cases.

Identified as a commander of The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba, Dar had been implicated in 18 instances of terrorism dating back to 2021. Originating from Redwani’s Kulgam, he had absconded from his residence three years ago, subsequently aligning with the TRF, according to reports. Notably, the National Investigation Agency had previously offered a reward of Rs 10 lakh for any information leading to Dar's whereabouts.
Described as the architect behind various terrorist operations, including attacks resulting in civilian casualties, Dar's demise represents a significant blow to militant activities in the region, according to the official. Though the operation has concluded, search operations are still going on, the official said.
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