Over 250 Arrested in Nationwide Operation Targeting Shahzad Bhatti's Terror Recruitment Network
Large-scale recruitment of youth into terrorism is a serious threat to national security.
On August 12, Indian agencies arrested over 250 people from 14 states linked to Shahzad Bhatti, who runs a large social media network recruiting Indian youth into terrorism. Bhatti uses a Robin Hood-style persona and glamorized videos to lure supporters, particularly from underprivileged backgrounds. He operates his network from Dubai, using volunteers in Pakistan to repost content focusing on India.
17 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Indian security agencies detained 253 individuals across 14 states in a counter-terror operation targeting the Pakistan-based Shahzad Bhatti Network.
— NDTV
Authorities dismantled the Shahzad Bhatti terror network, arresting 253 individuals across 14 states, following a crackdown on August 12th.
19 AUG 2026
· THIS STORY — NDTV
Indian agencies arrested over 250 individuals linked to Shahzad Bhatti's social media network that recruits Indian youth into terrorism.
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