The building in Dhauj, Fbd, from where the explosives were found GURGAON/SRINAGAR: A Kashmiri medical professor’s arrest has triggered one of the largest counterterrorism hauls in recent years, with investigators in J&K, Haryana and UP uncovering nearly 2,900kg of IED-making material, multiple assault rifles, pistols, chemicals, electronics and flammable substances. Police said a transnational module tied to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind had allegedly embedded itself within academic and professional circles, using encrypted channels, charitable fronts and university networks to move funds, radicalise recruits and assemble explosives. The investigation began after threatening JeM posters appeared at several locations in Srinagar’s Bunpora Nowgam area on Oct 19. An FIR under UAPA, Explosive Substances Act, and Arms Act was filed at Nowgam police station. Tracking the trail led police to what they described as a “white-collar terror ecosystem” of radicalised professionals and students allegedly in touch with handlers in Pakistan and other countries. Muzamil Shakeel, 35, a doctor from J&K’s Pulwama teaching at Al-Falah University in Faridabad’s Dhauj, was arrested October 30 after J&K police linked him to the posters. He managed the university hospital’s emergency wing and taught medical students. His questioning led Haryana and J&K police to two rented locations in Dhauj. Searches on Saturday at a room he allegedly took 15 days before his arrest yielded 358kg of suspected ammonium nitrate, a Krinkov assault rifle with three magazines, 83 live cartridges, a pistol, & bomb-making paraphernalia.Cops probing if Faridabad univ lab was used for making RDX Searches on Saturday at a room Muzamil Shakeel allegedly took 15 days before his arrest yielded arms, ammunition, explosive material and bomb-making paraphernalia: 12 suitcases and a bucket packed with explosives, 20 timers, batteries, remote controls, 5kg heavy metal, and a walkie-talkie set. Searches expanded Monday to Dehar Colony, also in Dhauj, where police found an additional 2,563kg of explosives and flammable material. Seized weapons include a Chinese pistol, a Beretta pistol, an AK-56 rifle, and a Krinkov rifle – all with ammunition. “The sheer volume of material points to plans for large-scale terrorist attacks,” a police officer said. Faridabad police spokesperson Yashpal said teams were working to identify accomplices, trace procurement chains, and determine the weapons’ source. “Raids are being carried out at multiple locations linked to the accused,” he said. Investigators have detained several people allegedly connected to Muzamil, including a religious scholar from a mosque near the university. Police said they are probing whether laboratory facilities at Al-Falah University were intended for synthesising advanced explosives such as RDX. An AK-47 allegedly linked to Muzamil was found in the Swift Dzire of a woman doctor from the same university. Officers said she has not been arrested and may have loaned her vehicle without knowing its use, but her role remains under scrutiny. She is currently being questioned in J&K. Before Muzamil’s arrest, UP’s Saharanpur police detained another Pulwama doctor – Adeel Majeed Rather. His interrogation led investigators to Dhauj and uncovered Muzamil’s alleged storage facility. Faridabad police commissioner Satender Kumar Gupta said a terrorist module was being designed. “Though I cannot reveal much as it concerns national security, joint teams of Haryana and J&K police have successfully busted a major terrorist network,” he said, adding that more arrests were expected. J&K police announced a broader breakthrough, calling it a “major counterterrorism operation” that dismantled an inter-state and transnational module linked to JeM and AGuH. Arrests include Arif Nisar Dar alias Sahil and Yasir-ul-Ashraf of Nowgam, Maqsood Ahmad Dar alias Shahid of Nowgam, Molvi Irfan Ahmad of Shopian, Zameer Ahmad Ahanger of Ganderbal, Dr Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie of Koil in Pulwama, and Dr Rather of Kulgam. Searches were carried out across Srinagar, Anantnag, Ganderbal, and Shopian, along with coordinated operations in Faridabad and Saharanpur. “Financial investigation regarding flow of funds is on and all linkages are being traced and addressed expeditiously,” police said, adding that the operation reflects determination to dismantle alleged terrorist networks operating across state lines and from foreign soil.About the AuthorNikhil SharmaNikhil Sharma, managing director & COO, South Asia at Radisson Hotel GroupEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Expresses Grief Over Delhi Blast, Amit Shah Reviews Security MeasuresTerror Angle in Delhi Blast Not Ruled Out: PM Modi Briefed, Home Minister Amit Shah Calls NIA, NSG‘Never Heard Such an Explosion’: Locals Recall Shock and Panic After Delhi BlastCar Blast Near Delhi’s Red Fort Leaves 8 Dead, Several Injured; City on High AlertPM Modi’s Bhutan Visit Turns Spiritual As Tobgay Calls Him Brother, Nation Awaits Global PrayerFaridabad Terror Plot: Woman Doctor Arrested After AK-47 Recovery, Experts Hint at Pakistan LinkMassive Car Explosion Near Delhi’s Red Fort Hours After Faridabad Terror Plot bust, Many DeadBJP Hits Out at Congress for Sidelining Tharoor After Advani Birthday WishPM Modi To Join Global Peace Prayer Festival As India-Bhutan Ties Reach New HeightsTop Bengaluru Jail Official Transferred, 2 Suspended After Viral Videos Spark Outrage123PhotostoriesBollywood reunion tales of separation and rediscovery that touched every heartBollywood battle stories that ignite patriotism and celebrate valourNo gym needed: 7 effective home exercises to burn belly fatThese 5 animals are the largest to have roamed the Earth (One is still lives today)From heated arguments with VJ Paaru to special moments with FJ: Evicted contestant Praveen Raj’s Bigg Boss Tamil 9 journey4 foods to combine with Kiwi for a power-packed breakfast4 reasons to use Kusha Grass in daily puja ritualsDelhi Red Fort car blast: How a sudden explosion turned Delhi evening into chaos and fear5 trending Mangalsutra design ideas every modern bride should know about6 reasons why the humble bathua deserves a place of respect in global kitchens123Hot PicksBihar Election CandidatesBihar Election ConstituenciesBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingRed Fort blastDonald TrumpDelhi Car BlastSimone BilesMichael Willis Cause of DeathCharlie KirksJordon HudsonCandace OwensMatthew GoldenDennis Hildeby
GURGAON/SRINAGAR: A Kashmiri medical professor’s arrest has triggered one of the largest counterterrorism hauls in recent years, with investigators in J&K, Haryana and UP uncovering nearly 2,900kg of IED-making material, multiple assault rifles, pistols, chemicals, electronics and flammable substances. Police said a transnational module tied to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind had allegedly embedded itself within academic and professional circles, using encrypted channels, charitable fronts and university networks to move funds, radicalise recruits and assemble explosives. The investigation began after threatening JeM posters appeared at several locations in Srinagar’s Bunpora Nowgam area on Oct 19. An FIR under UAPA, Explosive Substances Act, and Arms Act was filed at Nowgam police station. Tracking the trail led police to what they described as a “white-collar terror ecosystem” of radicalised professionals and students allegedly in touch with handlers in Pakistan and other countries. Muzamil Shakeel, 35, a doctor from J&K’s Pulwama teaching at Al-Falah University in Faridabad’s Dhauj, was arrested October 30 after J&K police linked him to the posters. He managed the university hospital’s emergency wing and taught medical students. His questioning led Haryana and J&K police to two rented locations in Dhauj. Searches on Saturday at a room he allegedly took 15 days before his arrest yielded 358kg of suspected ammonium nitrate, a Krinkov assault rifle with three magazines, 83 live cartridges, a pistol, & bomb-making paraphernalia.Cops probing if Faridabad univ lab was used for making RDX Searches on Saturday at a room Muzamil Shakeel allegedly took 15 days before his arrest yielded arms, ammunition, explosive material and bomb-making paraphernalia: 12 suitcases and a bucket packed with explosives, 20 timers, batteries, remote controls, 5kg heavy metal, and a walkie-talkie set. Searches expanded Monday to Dehar Colony, also in Dhauj, where police found an additional 2,563kg of explosives and flammable material. Seized weapons include a Chinese pistol, a Beretta pistol, an AK-56 rifle, and a Krinkov rifle – all with ammunition. “The sheer volume of material points to plans for large-scale terrorist attacks,” a police officer said. Faridabad police spokesperson Yashpal said teams were working to identify accomplices, trace procurement chains, and determine the weapons’ source. “Raids are being carried out at multiple locations linked to the accused,” he said. Investigators have detained several people allegedly connected to Muzamil, including a religious scholar from a mosque near the university. Police said they are probing whether laboratory facilities at Al-Falah University were intended for synthesising advanced explosives such as RDX. An AK-47 allegedly linked to Muzamil was found in the Swift Dzire of a woman doctor from the same university. Officers said she has not been arrested and may have loaned her vehicle without knowing its use, but her role remains under scrutiny. She is currently being questioned in J&K. Before Muzamil’s arrest, UP’s Saharanpur police detained another Pulwama doctor – Adeel Majeed Rather. His interrogation led investigators to Dhauj and uncovered Muzamil’s alleged storage facility. Faridabad police commissioner Satender Kumar Gupta said a terrorist module was being designed. “Though I cannot reveal much as it concerns national security, joint teams of Haryana and J&K police have successfully busted a major terrorist network,” he said, adding that more arrests were expected. J&K police announced a broader breakthrough, calling it a “major counterterrorism operation” that dismantled an inter-state and transnational module linked to JeM and AGuH. Arrests include Arif Nisar Dar alias Sahil and Yasir-ul-Ashraf of Nowgam, Maqsood Ahmad Dar alias Shahid of Nowgam, Molvi Irfan Ahmad of Shopian, Zameer Ahmad Ahanger of Ganderbal, Dr Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie of Koil in Pulwama, and Dr Rather of Kulgam. Searches were carried out across Srinagar, Anantnag, Ganderbal, and Shopian, along with coordinated operations in Faridabad and Saharanpur. “Financial investigation regarding flow of funds is on and all linkages are being traced and addressed expeditiously,” police said, adding that the operation reflects determination to dismantle alleged terrorist networks operating across state lines and from foreign soil.
