In a significant anti-terror operation, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (UP ATS) apprehended an individual in Varanasi accused of espionage for Pakistan. The suspect, known as Tufail, was allegedly transmitting sensitive and classified information regarding India to Pakistan.
Tufail, a resident of Varanasi, is reported to have contacted multiple Pakistani nationals and shared information that might jeopardize national security.
Tufail used to share sensitive information with Pak
During the investigation, it was revealed that Tufail was reportedly sharing images of critical sites, such as Rajghat, Namo Ghat, Gyanvapi, the railway station, and even the Red Fort, with individuals from Pakistan.
Additionally, he participated in various WhatsApp groups where he frequently shared videos of Maulana Saad Rizvi, the leader of Tehreek-e-Labbaik and a recognized extremist.
The authorities discovered that he additionally circulated inflammatory messages, demanding retaliation for Babri Masjid and advocating for the enforcement of Sharia law.
The suspected spy is reported to have participated in distributing WhatsApp group links in Varanasi that connected locals with Pakistani networks.
He was additionally in contact with a Pakistani woman named Nafisa, whose spouse is said to be in the Pakistani Army. Tufail is thought to have been connected with around 600 Pakistanis.
The UP ATS is presently examining the complete scope of Tufail’s actions and connections. This progression underscores increasing worries about digital spying and extremist propaganda disseminated through social media channels.
Further information is being awaited.
