CTD and intelligence agencies arrest three suspected militants linked to Fitna al-Hindustan network, involved in harboring terrorists and spreading anti-state propaganda.
In a joint intelligence-based operation, the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) along with sensitive agencies has arrested three militants affiliated with the group BLA, referred to as Fitna al-Hindustan, officials confirmed.
According to a spokesperson for the CTD, the arrested individuals have been identified as:
- Syed Nadir Ali Shah
- Muhammad Usman
- Rehman alias Link Road Shah
Authorities revealed that the suspects were actively involved in providing safe havens to militants who had traveled from Balochistan, facilitating their movement and concealment.
Links to Jaffar Express Attack
One of the key suspects, Rehman alias King Jaffar, is reported to be a close associate of Zafar, a BLA militant who was killed in the Jaffar Express attack.
This connection is being seen as a significant development in tracing operational linkages between militant networks.
The CTD spokesperson further stated that the arrested individuals were active operatives of the Fitna al-Hindustan network and were in constant communication with handlers based in Afghanistan.
Use of Social Media for Radicalization
Investigations indicate that the suspects were using social media platforms to:
- Incite youth against the state
- Spread anti-state narratives
- Promote extremist ideologies
Weapons Recovered During Operation
During the raid, law enforcement agencies recovered:
- 3 pistols
- 18 rounds of 30-bore ammunition
Authorities have launched further investigations to uncover the extent of the network, including its digital footprint and cross-border connections.
