Punjab Police bust alleged terror module, foil train attack plot; 17 arrested, UK-based handler under scanner
Police said the investigation indicated that members of the network had allegedly planned to plant an IED on the Ferozepur-Jammu train.
Police said the investigation indicated that members of the network had allegedly planned to plant an IED on the Ferozepur-Jammu train.
The latest arrests stem from evidence gathered during police remand of earlier accused. Investigators are now examining alleged explosive device testing, recovered propaganda material and the suspected network's wider contacts.
Investigators are examining alleged cross-border links, financial trails and handler networks after arrests in a terror module case targeting major Indian cities.
Officials tracking the terror network said the Islamic State is now increasingly relying on recruits from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives and Sri Lanka to infiltrate India and execute both propaganda operations and large-scale terror strikes, amid heightened surveillance and sustained crackdowns on local radical modules within the country.
The module was busted while planning to strike the Lucknow railway station—the group was plotting to carry out a blast targeting the signal systems and tracks.
Police recovered an AK-47 rifle, live cartridges and other suspicious materials from her car. Dr Shahid has been taken to Jammu and Kashmir for further interrogation.
One suspect was apprehended in the national capital, while the other was arrested in Ranchi, Jharkhand, with the assistance of the local police.
The four suspected operatives of the AQIS have been identified as Mohammad Faiq, Mohammad Fardeen, Sefullah Kureshi and Zeeshan Ali.
Besides, the police identified at least 25 of their accomplices who were aiding them in carrying out illegal activities across Punjab and adjoining states.
During the course of the investigation of cases regarding the recent Bandipora encounters, Bandipora Police, along with security forces busted the terror module of proscribed terror outfit LeT by arresting an active Pakistani trained terrorist, two hybrid terrorists and four terrorist associates.
