Amit Shah Announces Arrest of 253 in ISI-Backed Terror Raids Ahead of Independence Day
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Why in news
Home Minister Amit Shah announced the dismantling of the 'Shahzad Bhatti' network, an ISI-backed terror module, following raids across 14 states.
Background
The operation resulted in the arrest of 253 individuals across 14 states, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Authorities seized grenades, pistols, IEDs, and spy equipment intended to disrupt Independence Day celebrations.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact253 individuals arrested in the crackdown against the Shahzad Bhatti network.
- FactThe operation spanned 14 states including Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi, and Punjab.
- FactSeized items included grenades, pistols, IEDs, and spy equipment.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges faced by Indian security agencies in neutralizing cross-border terror modules and the role of intelligence-led policing in maintaining internal security.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- cross-border nexus
- intelligence-led policing
- technological surveillance
- counter-terrorism framework
Keywords: cross-border terrorism · internal security · intelligence-led policing · national security · ISI-backed modules
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