New Delhi, June 22: In a major intelligence-based operation, Amritsar Rural Police in Punjab apprehended two persons suspected of espionage activities linked to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said this on his X handle on Sunday, also announcing the identities of the two accused.
Accused identified, sensitive data shared via pen drives
The arrested accused were identified as Gurpreet Singh alias Gopy Foji and Sahil Masih alias Shali. The preliminary investigation has revealed that Gurpreet Singh was in direct contact with operatives of the Pakistan ISI and is suspected of sharing sensitive and confidential information via pen drives. The key ISI handler involved in the case has been identified as Rana Javed, said the DGP in his post.
Mobile phones seized, wider network suspected
“Two mobile phones reportedly used to communicate with ISI operatives has been seized,” the post further said. The DGP said that investigations “are underway to dismantle the broader espionage-terror network.”
He also said that the probe is aimed at identifying all collaborators.
Punjab Police reiterate commitment to National Security
DGP Yadav in the post said that the Punjab Police remain committed to safeguarding the sovereignty and integrity of the nation and will take all necessary actions against those involved in anti-national activities.