Haryana and J&K Police Conduct Coordinated Raid After Key Arrests
The operation followed the arrest of Pulwama-based Dr Adil Ahmad Rather, whose interrogation led investigators to Dr Muzammil Shakeel in Faridabad. Joint teams tracked and raided his rented accommodation, leading to the explosive discovery.
360 kg of Explosives, Arms Recovered from Faridabad Apartment
Police uncovered 360 kg of highly inflammable material — suspected to be ammonium nitrate — along with rifles, pistols, and bomb-making equipment from a rented flat near Al-Falah University. Officials said the stockpile was enough to cause large-scale devastation across NCR.
Arms, Timers, Walkie-Talkies, and Chemical Mix Found Hidden in Suitcases
The seizure included an assault rifle with magazines, 83 live rounds, pistols, 20 timers, four batteries, and walkie-talkie sets. Twelve suitcases and a bucket were packed with ammonium nitrate, indicating preparation for coordinated terror strikes.
Suspects Believed to Be Operatives of Pakistan-Backed JeM Network
Investigators suspect the accused doctors were working under the direction of Jaish-e-Mohammed handlers across the border. Intelligence agencies believe educated recruits like doctors were being used to establish sleeper cells in northern India.
Police Call It a Major Terror Module; Forensic Tests Underway
Faridabad CP Satender Kumar Gupta confirmed that the bust dismantled a major terror network. Forensic experts are examining the seized explosives to confirm their chemical composition. More arrests are expected in the ongoing probe.
Police Probe Role of Woman Doctor After Rifle Found in Her Car
An assault rifle linked to Dr Muzammil was recovered from a Swift Dzire belonging to a woman doctor employed at Al-Falah University. Authorities say she is under investigation, though it remains unclear whether she was aware of the weapon in her vehicle.
Search On for More Accomplices as Probe Expands Across States
Investigators said Muzammil had rented a second flat near Al-Falah University around 15 days earlier solely to stash the explosive material and weapons, keeping it separate from his residence to avoid suspicion. Police believe more operatives are linked to the same module, with arrests likely in coming days. The discovery has triggered heightened security and intelligence coordination across Delhi-NCR and adjoining states.