Popular travel Vlogger
Jyoti Malhotra ran the YouTube channel Travel With Jo with over 3.2 lakh subscribers and 13.4 lakh Instagram followers, regularly posting travel content. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Lived mostly in Delhi
Though originally from Hisar, Haryana, Jyoti mostly stayed in New Delhi while carrying out her online and offline activities. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Online praise for Pakistan
Frequently posted favourable messages about Pakistan on Indian social media platforms, drawing attention to its culture and hospitality. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Pakistan travel content
Jyoti Malhotra vlog and Instagram featured more than seven travel videos from Pakistan, including posts praising Lahore as the 'cultural heart of Pakistan.' (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Multiple visits to Pakistan
Jyoti visited Pakistan four times and received assistance from officials there for visa extensions and homestays.
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Attended Pakistan High Commission event
Participated in an iftar party hosted by the Pakistan High Commission in India and maintained regular contact with its officials.
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Close ties with expelled operative
Jyoti Malhotra maintained a close relationship with Ehsan-ur-Rahim, alias Danish, a Pakistani operative later expelled by India. She saved his number as 'Jatt Randhawa.' (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Actively promoted Pakistan’s image
Jyoti Malhotra was allegedly tasked with spreading positive narratives about Pakistan across Indian social media before being arrested for espionage. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Travelled abroad with handler
Police revealed that she had travelled to Bali, Indonesia, with the Pakistani operative, indicating a close personal link. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Encrypted communication
Before Jyoti Malhotra arrest, she stayed in encrypted contact with Pakistani handlers through WhatsApp, Telegram, and Snapchat.
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