Feb 23 • 09:42 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

8 terrorists arrested by Delhi Police

Eight suspected terrorists with links to Pakistan's ISI and Bangladeshi terror groups have been arrested in India, primarily in Tamil Nadu and Bengal.

The Delhi Police have arrested eight suspected terrorists who are believed to have connections with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and Bangladeshi terrorist organizations. Six of these arrests took place in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, while the other two were made in Bengal. This operation comes in the wake of recent incidents where extremist modules in Delhi posted incendiary flyers related to Kashmir in various areas of the city.

The authorities were alerted to the potential threats posed by these groups following the investigation of these flyers, leading to significant police action. The arrested individuals are reported to be associated with a module of the Lashkar-e-Taiba, a well-known militant organization. This development raises concerns over the influence of external terrorist organizations in India's internal security dynamics, particularly in regions traditionally viewed as vulnerable to radicalization.

The intervention by Delhi Police not only highlights the ongoing battle against terrorism in India but also indicates a proactive approach towards neutralizing threats before they can escalate. The implications of these arrests may help in dismantling planned terrorist operations and reassure the public of the government's commitment to maintaining law and order amid rising concerns about security.

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