In the aftermath of India’s retaliatory Operation Sindoor, national security agencies are intensifying their crackdown on internal threats allegedly connected to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
Investigations have been launched against four Indian nationals, including two YouTubers and a businessman, for allegedly spying for Pakistan.
1. Jyoti Malhotra – YouTuber from Hisar, Haryana
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Charges: Espionage, links with ISI operatives
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Arrested by Hisar Police following central intel tip-offs.
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Accused of being groomed by PIOs (Pakistani Intelligence Operatives).
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Visited Pakistan and China, with a trip right before the Pahalgam terror attack.
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Maintained contact with high-profile individuals in Pakistan, some designated persona non grata by India.
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Current Status: In custody; under intensive interrogation.
2. Shahzad – Businessman from Tanda, Uttar Pradesh
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Charges: Cross-border espionage, illegal smuggling, aiding ISI
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Arrested by the UP STF (Moradabad Unit) on Sunday.
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Accused of passing classified security-related info to handlers in Pakistan.
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Reportedly traveled to Pakistan multiple times.
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Current Status: Under custody; sensitive digital evidence seized.
3. Devendra – Civilian from Kaithal, Haryana
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Charges: Espionage, aiding Pakistan Army and ISI
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Arrested on May 17 based on intelligence inputs.
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Allegedly shared sensitive conflict-related updates and intel on Operation Sindoor.
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Devices and communication under forensic probe.
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Police Quote:
“He used to provide information about the dispute going on between India and Pakistan to ISI and the Pak Army.”
4. Priyanka Senapati – YouTuber from Odisha
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Status: Under Investigation
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Known for travel vlogs; reportedly close to Jyoti Malhotra.
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Visited Kartarpur Corridor in Pakistan three to four months ago.
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Puri Police and Intelligence Bureau (IB) are probing her interactions, travels, and digital trails.
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Police Quote:
“We are investigating all angles, including travel, contacts, and social media ties.”
The arrests come amid heightened tensions post Operation Sindoor, where India struck 9 terrorist targets in Pakistan and PoK.
Indian agencies are closely monitoring cyber, social media, and travel activities for infiltration attempts by Pakistani intelligence using influencers, businessmen, and unsuspecting civilians.
