The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted coordinated raids across 12 locations in four states, including Rajasthan, as part of an operation against alleged terrorist activities and a cross-border arms smuggling network linked to Pakistan.
The agency carried out searches in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar and Maharashtra with the stated objective of preventing potential terror attacks and explosive-related conspiracies. Several suspects were questioned during the operation, while digital devices, documents and other material were seized for investigation.
In Rajasthan, NIA teams conducted searches in Ajmer and Neemrana in the Behror-Kotputli region. The operation, carried out with assistance from local police and central security forces, involved searches at multiple houses and premises.
According to sources cited in the investigation, the locations searched are under scrutiny for suspected links to Pakistan-based contacts. Mobile phones, laptops, hard disks and documents were seized during the searches.
Investigating agencies said preliminary information suggests that the alleged module may be linked to operatives based in Pakistan and an organised criminal network. The network was allegedly being operated through Pakistan-based operative Jasveer Chaudhary and gangster Shahzad Bhatti.
Shahzad Bhatti has been described as a gangster allegedly operating his network from Dubai and using social media to influence people. Allegations under investigation state that he attempted to influence Indian youth and involve them in unlawful activities.
Investigating agencies have not officially confirmed these allegations, and the matter remains under detailed investigation.
According to sources, investigators suspect the network may have been involved in a conspiracy to send weapons and explosive material across the India-Pakistan border using drones.
The suspected material is believed to include improvised explosive devices (IEDs), small arms and ammunition. Agencies suspect these materials could have been intended for use in terror attacks in several major Indian cities.
Punjab, Delhi and other major areas are suspected to have been identified as potential targets, although no official confirmation has been made and findings remain subject to the completion of the investigation.
The NIA said the operation formed part of a coordinated national effort and was not limited to Rajasthan. The agency suspects the network operated across multiple states and remained connected through digital channels.
All electronic devices seized during the raids have been sent for forensic examination. Investigators are examining mobile data, chat records, social media activity and digital transactions as part of the probe.
Agencies are also attempting to determine the source of funding for the network and identify individuals allegedly linked to it directly or indirectly. Bank accounts and international transactions of suspects are also being examined to determine whether any foreign funding links exist.
Investigators said the module is also suspected of using social media platforms to influence young people and recruit individuals into the network. Agencies suspect online propaganda and inflammatory content may have been used to encourage radicalisation, and cyber specialists have been included in the investigation to examine the digital aspect of the case.
Following the operation, security agencies have increased vigilance across the country. Monitoring has reportedly been intensified in border areas and sensitive cities, while intelligence agencies have been directed to act on suspicious activities.
Experts cited in the source content said terrorist organisations may be adopting new methods involving drones and digital networks, requiring ber technical and intelligence-based monitoring.
The NIA indicated that the case remains at an early stage of investigation and that further findings may emerge in the coming days. The agency is also investigating whether the network had links to any previous terror incident or funding activity. The possibility of arrests and additional names emerging has not been ruled out.
