An intricate plot involving espionage and terror funding has been exposed with the arrest of a Haryana-based lawyer, Rizwan, who is accused of working for Pakistan’s ISI. Investigators have uncovered a massive financial operation, tracing approximately Rs 45 lakh that Rizwan allegedly moved through unregulated hawala channels across Punjab over the last quarter. He reportedly made five trips to the neighboring state to facilitate these transactions.
Intelligence reports suggest the operational hub for these illicit funds extends to Pathankot, with handlers managing activities across multiple Punjab cities. The total sum moved through hawala traders might exceed Rs 1 crore, with a significant portion directed towards supporting terrorist operations. This sophisticated network points to a well-coordinated effort to destabilize the region.
The Nuh police SIT has expanded its investigation, leading to key arrests in Punjab. Ajay Arora, from Jalandhar, was taken into custody for allegedly facilitating the money transfers to Rizwan. The investigation further led to the apprehension of Sandeep Singh, Amandeep, and Jaskaran in Amritsar. These three individuals are now on an eight-day police remand, providing crucial time for interrogations.
Details about Rizwan’s financial activities, including a bank account at Punjab National Bank in Tauru, are being thoroughly examined. The SIT is cross-referencing bank records with communication data and travel patterns to build a comprehensive picture of the conspiracy. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities indicating that more arrests could follow as they meticulously map the entire financial and operational network associated with the ISI.