Punjab Police Arrest Five in Connection with BJP HQ Grenade Attack
ISI-backed module behind Punjab BJP HQ blast, 5 held
Hindustan Times
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The Punjab Police, alongside Chandigarh Police, arrested five individuals linked to the grenade attack on the BJP headquarters in Chandigarh on April 1. The attack is believed to be orchestrated by a terror module supported by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), with ties to handlers in Portugal and Germany.
- 01Five members of a terror module have been arrested in connection with the April 1 grenade attack on the BJP headquarters in Chandigarh.
- 02The attack was reportedly backed by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and coordinated by handlers based in Portugal and Germany.
- 03Two main suspects, Gurtej Singh and Amanpreet Singh, remain at large.
- 04Authorities recovered one hand grenade and 15 live cartridges during the investigation.
- 05The incident highlights ongoing security concerns and the presence of organized terror networks in the region.
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On April 1, a grenade was thrown at the BJP headquarters in Sector 37, Chandigarh, resulting in no casualties. The Punjab Police, in collaboration with Chandigarh Police, have arrested five individuals linked to the attack, which is believed to be orchestrated by a terror module supported by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The arrested suspects include Balwinder Lal alias Shami, Jasvir Singh alias Jassi, Charanjit Singh alias Channi, Rubal Chauhan, and Mandeep alias Abhijot Sharma. Two primary perpetrators, Gurtej Singh and Amanpreet Singh, remain at large. Authorities recovered one hand grenade and 15 live .30-bore cartridges during the investigation. The DGP of Punjab Police, Gaurav Yadav, stated that the module operated under the direct instructions of handlers based in Portugal and Germany. The investigation revealed a structured network that utilized multiple operatives to transport weapons and execute the attack. Police are conducting raids to apprehend the absconding suspects and trace the broader terror supply chain.
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The arrests may enhance security measures in Chandigarh and surrounding areas, addressing public concerns over safety and terrorism.
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