NIA Arrests Key Khalistani Terror Network Associate
Baljeet Singh Apprehended at Delhi Airport
In a significant move against the Khalistani terror network, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Baljeet Singh, a close associate of the terrorist Arshdeep Singh Dala, also known as Arsh Dala, of the Khalistan Terrorist Force (KTF). Baljeet was apprehended at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi upon his arrival from the United Arab Emirates.
Background and Charges
Baljeet Singh, also known as Baljeet Maur, hails from Bathinda district in Punjab. He was wanted for his involvement in various terror activities linked to the KTF. A Look Out Circular was issued against him in February, and a non-bailable warrant was in place since June 2024.
Role in Terror Activities
The NIA’s investigations revealed that Baljeet played a crucial role in providing logistics support, identifying extortion targets, recruiting new members, and funding terror activities for the KTF. He was a key conspirator in a case registered by the NIA in February 2024, which involved plans to spread terror in Punjab.
Ongoing Investigations
The NIA continues to investigate the activities of KTF operatives, who are involved in raising funds through extortion, recruiting new members, carrying out target killings, and smuggling arms into India.
Doubts Revealed
NIA -: NIA stands for National Investigation Agency. It is a government agency in India that investigates serious crimes related to terrorism and national security.
Khalistani -: Khalistani refers to a movement that seeks to create a separate country for Sikhs, called Khalistan, in the Punjab region of India. Some groups associated with this movement have been involved in violent activities.
Terror Network -: A terror network is a group of people who work together to plan and carry out acts of terrorism, which are violent acts meant to cause fear and achieve political goals.
Delhi Airport -: Delhi Airport, also known as Indira Gandhi International Airport, is the main airport in New Delhi, the capital city of India. It is one of the busiest airports in the country.
Logistics Support -: Logistics support in this context means helping with the planning and organization of resources needed for carrying out terrorist activities, like transportation and supplies.
Look Out Circular -: A Look Out Circular is a notice issued by Indian authorities to alert border control and immigration officials to stop a person from leaving or entering the country due to legal issues.
Non-bailable Warrant -: A non-bailable warrant is a legal order issued by a court that allows the police to arrest a person without the option of bail, meaning the person cannot be released from custody until a court hearing.
