Delhi Police Bust Al-Qaeda Terror Module; 6 Arrested, 8 Detained

In a coordinated operation with police forces from Jharkhand, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, the Delhi Police Special Cell successfully dismantled an Al-Qaeda-inspired terror module. The group, led by Dr Ishtiyaq from Ranchi, had plans to establish a 'Khilafat' and carry out terrorist activities within India.

According to the police, members of the module had undergone indoctrination and weapons training at various locations. Six individuals were arrested in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, where they were found undergoing weapon-handling training. Also, eight suspects were detained from Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh for further questioning.

The police said that interrogations are ongoing at several locations, with more arrests expected. Raids have been conducted at 15 sites in Ranchi, one in Rajasthan, and one in Aligarh.

During the operation, the police seized an array of weapons and materials, including an AK-47 rifle, a .38-bore revolver, an air rifle, an iron elbow pipe, a hand grenade, and six live cartridges of AK-47 ammunition.