Espionage Crackdown: 4 Indians Under Investigation for Alleged Links with Pakistan’s 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

• Charges: Espionage, links with ISI operatives

• Details:

  • Arrested by Hisar Police following central intel tip-offs.

  • Accused of being groomed by PIOs (Pakistani Intelligence Operatives).

  • Visited Pakistan and China, with a trip right before the Pahalgam terror attack.

  • Maintained contact with high-profile individuals in Pakistan, some designated persona non grata by India.

• Current Status: In custody; under intensive interrogation.

2. Shahzad – Businessman from Tanda, Uttar Pradesh

• Charges: Cross-border espionage, illegal smuggling, aiding ISI

• Details:

  • Arrested by the UP STF (Moradabad Unit) on Sunday.

  • Accused of passing classified security-related info to handlers in Pakistan.

  • Reportedly traveled to Pakistan multiple times.

• Current Status: Under custody; sensitive digital evidence seized.

3. Devendra – Civilian from Kaithal, Haryana

• Charges: Espionage, aiding Pakistan Army and ISI

• Details:

  • Arrested on May 17 based on intelligence inputs.

  • Allegedly shared sensitive conflict-related updates and intel on Operation Sindoor.

  • Devices and communication under forensic probe.

• 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

• Status: Under Investigation

• Details:

  • Known for travel vlogs; reportedly close to Jyoti Malhotra.

  • Visited Kartarpur Corridor in Pakistan three to four months ago.

  • Puri Police and Intelligence Bureau (IB) are probing her interactions, travels, and digital trails.

• 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.