Delhi Police’s Special Cell uncovered a major terror module and arrested four suspects, including Sheikh Imran, a 22-year-old youth from Bhubaneswar.
The arrests followed an intensive operation aimed at dismantling a network inspired by extremist ideologies.
Investigators said the accused were motivated by the idea of establishing a “Caliphate” and believed in the arrival of forces from Khorasan under black flags. They were preparing to participate in the so-called “Ghazwa-e-Hind” campaign.
Police recovered an improvised explosive device (IED) from one suspect. Two members had begun collecting explosive materials locally to build a remote-controlled IED for a large-scale attack. Another suspect reportedly raised funds for jihadist activities through QR codes and bank accounts, promising weapons supply and physical training.
Sources revealed that the group used encrypted social media platforms to radicalise others and coordinate operations. The arrested individuals include two from Maharashtra and one from Bihar, apart from Imran from Odisha.
Delhi Police detained Imran on April 10 night after tracking his digital communications. Officials said the arrests prevented a potential terror strike in the capital. The Special Cell continues to probe the group’s links and funding sources.
