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Three arrested in Chandigarh with explosives, firearms in terror plot
Chandigarh police have arrested three operatives allegedly linked to the Babbar Khalsa militant organization after seizing 5 kilograms of explosives and firearms during a raid. Investigators believe the suspects were preparing to conduct an attack using improvised explosive devices in the city.
LSN India ·
Law enforcement agencies in Chandigarh have arrested three individuals suspected of involvement with the Babbar Khalsa organization following the recovery of explosives and weapons during a targeted operation. The seizure included approximately 5 kilograms of explosive material along with firearms and ammunition, according to investigating officials.
Police sources indicate that preliminary interrogation and evidence gathered during the operation suggest the accused were planning to conduct a coordinated attack. Investigators believe the group intended to deploy improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Chandigarh as part of a terror operation, though details regarding the timing and specific targets remain under investigation.
The Babbar Khalsa has been designated as a banned organization in India, with operatives linked to various militant activities over the past three decades. The arrest marks a significant development in ongoing counter-terrorism operations across the region.
The three accused are currently in police custody and face charges under relevant provisions of India's anti-terrorism and explosives laws. Further investigations are continuing to identify any additional associates or networks connected to the suspects, authorities said.