In a major breakthrough, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested two individuals—Mohd Haroon from Delhi Scrap Dealer and Tufail—for allegedly involvement in anti-national activities, spying for Pakistan, and illegal financial transactions linked to Pakistan’s intelligence network.
The arrests came after an in-depth investigation into alleged espionage operations linked to the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi.
Delhi-Based Scrap Dealer Turned Spy for Pakistan
According to reports, the ATS arrest prime accused, Mohd Haroon (45), a scrap dealer from Seelampur, Delhi, was allegedly in direct contact with Mujammal Hussain, an employee at the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi.
“Haroon was reportedly in regular contact with Muzammal Hussain. Investigation suggests that Haroon’s familial connections in Pakistan facilitated their initial interaction during his visits to the country and the high commission,” the statement said reported by economic times.
According to the UP ATS, Haroon not only facilitated visas for Pakistani nationals in exchange for money but also shared sensitive information related to India’s internal security with Pakistani intelligence.
Haroon reportedly has familial ties in Pakistan, which he used to build connections within the Pakistani High Commission. During multiple visits, he developed a close association with Hussain. Intelligence inputs revealed that Haroon knowingly cooperated with the Pakistani operative and was instrumental in transmitting critical data that could threaten national security.
Illegal Visa Racket and Financial Fraud Uncovered
Further investigations revealed a larger conspiracy involving fake visa processing and illegal money transfers. Haroon accused of creating bank accounts to collect visa fees from unsuspecting individuals. After deducting a commission, he allegedly passed the funds to handlers linked with the Pakistani High Commission.
Authorities believe this money then diverted to fund anti-national activities across India. During the arrest, the ATS recovered two mobile phones and ₹16,900 in cash, further strengthening the case.
Second Accused Tufail Also Under Investigation
Alongside Haroon, according to the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), the second accused, Tufail, suspected of engaging in activities aimed at undermining India’s sovereignty and unity. He allegedly joined multiple anti-national WhatsApp groups and attempted to establish a subversive organisation, believed to be backed by Pakistani handlers.
A UP ATS spokesperson confirmed that the arrests followed a high-level intelligence probe and coordination with central agencies. The operation has potentially averted a major threat to India’s internal security.
“Tufail was reportedly in contact with numerous Pakistani individuals and was actively sharing videos of Maulana Shad Rizvi, leader of the banned Pakistani terror group Tehreek-e-Labbaik,” the statement said.
In a disturbing revelation, the ATS added that Tufail was actively circulating videos of Maulana Shad Rizvi, leader of the banned Pakistani extremist outfit Tehreek-e-Labbaik, and spreading radical content online. He reportedly promoted the concept of ‘Ghazwa-e-Hind’, called for retaliation over the Babri Masjid incident, and advocated the imposition of Sharia law in India.
Investigations further uncovered that Tufail had been in contact with over 600 Pakistani phone numbers, including a woman named Nafisa from Faisalabad, whose husband is believed to be an officer in the Pakistan Army.
