US-based Ghulam Nabi Fai declared proclaimed offender in UAPA case

SRINAGAR — Kashmir-born and US-based Ghulam Nabi Fai has been declared a proclaimed offender in the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) by Special Judge, NIA Court, Budgam.

Police said Fai, a resident of Wadwan, Budgam, currently concealing himself in the United States of America, is involved in FIR No. 46 of 2020 registered at Police Station Budgam under Sections 10, 13, and 39 of the UAPA.

“Despite the issuance of warrants, Dr Fai persistently evaded arrest, obstructing the legal process and avoiding accountability under the law. In light of his continued non-cooperation and deliberate attempts to conceal himself to evade arrest, Budgam Police presented a plea before the Court. Acting on this plea, the court declared Dr Fai a proclaimed offender on April 30, 2025,” Police said.

The court has directed Fai to surrender before the Jammu and Kashmir Police within 30 days from the date of the proclamation.

The police reaffirmed their commitment to pursue criminal cases against individuals evading justice and arrest, whether within India or abroad, ensuring due legal process and judicial determination through a proper trial.