Amritsar Commissionerate Police uncovered two ISI-supported terror modules. The operation led to the arrest of nine accused. Among those arrested, four are minors and five are adults. Police identified most members of the petrol bomb module as minors.
Moreover, eight members of the group had visited the protest location at Jantar Mantar. Police claimed they received local logistical support there.
The support allegedly included materials required for preparing petrol bombs. Authorities believe Pakistan-based ISI handlers provided this assistance.
Police reveal details of alleged Pakistan-backed network
Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said officials dismantled two ISI-supported terror modules. He added that the entire network was destroyed. According to Bhullar, police arrested nine accused during the action. The group included four minors and five adults. One module reportedly installed cameras above railway tracks. Police said the camera feed was planned for transmission across the border.
However, authorities detected the activity before completion. Police arrested suspects along with cameras.
Additionally, officials said hawala channels arranged expenses for cameras and other requirements.
Petrol bomb training and Jantar Mantar connection investigated
The second module allegedly received training from ISI handlers. The training focused on making and throwing petrol bombs. Furthermore, handlers instructed members to conduct reconnaissance around police and security institutions. Police said eight members also reached the ongoing Jantar Mantar protest. There, they allegedly received local assistance.
The group reportedly obtained petrol bombs and other materials. However, they failed to execute their alleged plan.
Meanwhile, police described the action as a major success. Authorities continue examining the network and related activities.
