In a significant development, the Punjab Police’s Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) successfully neutralized a terror module with the arrest of four individuals. The module, allegedly operated by Iqbalpreet Singh alias Buchi, a mastermind residing abroad, had connections to the deceased Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Who was Hardeep Nijjar?
Hardeep Singh Nijjar was a prominent figure associated with Khalistani separatist activities. He was killed in an encounter with security forces in 2021. The recent bust reveals that forces promoting violence and secession might still be attempting to destabilize the region.
Details of the Arrests
The AGTF apprehended the four module members, including a key operative named Gurwinder Singh alias Shera, at Liberty Chowk in Rajpura, Punjab. Notably, Shera had a history of criminal activity. He was previously arrested by the AGTF in 2022 on charges of conspiring to carry out targeted killings on Buchi’s instructions. The remaining arrested individuals were identified as Gurpreet Singh from Patiala and Ranjit Singh alias Sonu and Jagjit Singh alias Jashan, both residents of Patti in Tarn Taran.
The Connection Between Buchi and Canadian
Investigations suggest that Buchi, the mastermind behind this terror module, maintained contact with Ramandeep Bagga alias Canadian. Canadian is a notorious criminal who was involved in a series of targeted killings in Punjab between 2 016 and 2017. He is currently imprisoned in Tihar Jail.
Significance of the Bust
The timely intervention by the Punjab Police has potentially prevented a major tragedy. This bust signifies the ongoing efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat terrorism and maintain peace in the region. It also highlights the importance of vigilance and information sharing to disrupt extremist activities.
What’s Next?
The Punjab Police are conducting further investigations to ascertain the extent of the module’s network and identify any potential accomplices. They are determined to unearth the complete picture of this operation and dismantle any remaining threats.