Muradabad: Security agencies have identified 21 suspects, including four women, following the arrest of a Pakistani ISI-linked operative from Rampur. The accused, who frequently visited Pakistan under business pretexts, allegedly facilitated espionage activities by connecting youth with foreign handlers and providing Indian SIM cards for intelligence operations.
Investigators monitoring the suspect for two months found evidence of his involvement in recruiting individuals under religious pretenses. Forensic examination of seized mobile devices is underway, while call records and travel documents are being scrutinized. The suspect remains in judicial custody until May 31 as authorities prepare for detailed interrogation.
The ATS continues tracking financial transactions and communication patterns of the identified suspects. Security sources indicate the network operated across multiple districts, with Murdabad and Rampur serving as key hubs. No additional arrests have been made as the investigation expands to map the full operational scope of the alleged spy ring.
Investigation Revelations
The investigation uncovered:
Use of business visas for cross-border movement
Systematic recruitment of Indian nationals
Transfer of funds to foreign operatives
Collection of sensitive defense-related information
Authorities confirm the network primarily targeted security installations.
The case highlights ongoing challenges in monitoring cross-border espionage activities exploiting legitimate travel channels.
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