Farooq8217;s kin has rocket launcher

Ali Mohammad Sheikh is said to be a cousin of the Chief Minister. Sources said that the recovery followed criticism of the Army by Farooq and his ministerial colleagues, for their alleged atrocities during counter-insurgency operations.

Reacting sharply to the recovery, Abdullah today asked the State police to promptly register cases against his relatives, in whose houses the arms were found. 8220;No one accused of concealing arms or harbouring terrorists would be spared,8221; he said.

Anofficial spokesman said that the police is proceeding against Ali Mohammad Sheikh in accordance with Chief Minister8217;s instructions.