In a significant joint operation, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and the Chhattisgarh police successfully apprehended a suspected ISIS terrorist in Durg district, Chhattisgarh. The individual, identified as Wajihuddin, hails from Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, and was arrested in the Smriti Nagar area, falling under the jurisdiction of the Supela police station.
Wajihuddin had come under the radar of law enforcement agencies as he was the subject of a case registered by the ATS in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The case had been filed against him under various provisions of the Indian Penal Code and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
The collaboration between the Uttar Pradesh ATS and the Chhattisgarh police proved to be highly effective in tracking down and arresting the suspected terrorist. The operation extended over 24 hours and concluded with Wajihuddin’s capture, ensuring that he could no longer pose a threat to public safety.
Following his arrest, Wajihuddin was handed over to the Uttar Pradesh ATS, where further legal procedures related to his case are underway. The preliminary interrogation of the suspect revealed troubling details about his affiliations and ideologies.
According to the information gathered during the preliminary questioning, Wajihuddin had connections with an organization known as “Students of Aligarh Muslim University” (SAMU). Furthermore, he professed support for the extremist ideology propagated by ISIS, also referred to as the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
ISIS is a well-known extremist group originating from the Middle East, notorious for its engagement in acts of terrorism, violence, and its pursuit of establishing a caliphate ruled by its own interpretation of Islamic law.
Wajihuddin’s association with SAMU and his espousal of the ISIS ideology are subjects of concern for law enforcement agencies. It underscores the need for continued vigilance and collaborative efforts in countering extremist activities.
Notably, the preliminary investigation into Wajihuddin’s case also revealed a link to an individual named Mohammad Rizwan, an active member of ISIS who had previously been apprehended by the Delhi police. These connections underscore the broader network that law enforcement agencies are actively monitoring and working to dismantle.
The successful operation to arrest Wajihuddin underscores the dedication and effectiveness of law enforcement agencies in identifying and neutralizing potential threats related to extremist ideologies and terrorism. Collaborative efforts between different state ATS units and police forces are essential in maintaining national security and public safety.
As investigations continue, it is imperative to remain vigilant and proactive in countering radicalization and extremist activities, ensuring that those who seek to disrupt peace and security are brought to justice and prevented from causing harm. The joint operation to apprehend Wajihuddin is a significant step in that direction, reflecting the commitment of law enforcement agencies to safeguard the well-being of citizens and the nation as a whole.
