Ahmedabad, Gujarat: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested five more individuals in connection with an alleged terror module linked to the Pakistan-based banned terrorist organisation Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). With the latest operation, the total number of arrests in the investigation has risen to 13, according to ATS officials.
The five suspects were apprehended during coordinated raids in Khadiyal village of Siddhpur taluka in Gujarat's Patan district. Authorities identified the accused as:
- Bilal Abid Shera
- Mohammed Aiyub Kadiwal (alias Mohammed Khadiyasan)
- Mohammed Shafi Mukhi (alias Shafi Chapi)
- Mohammed Hasan Karadiya (alias Hasan Haidarpuri)
- Mohammed Aiyub Sunasara (alias Mohammed Khali)
ATS Alleges Explosive Testing and Radicalisation Activities
According to the Gujarat ATS investigation, the accused allegedly procured materials such as potassium nitrate, sulphur, and charcoal from online and local sources to manufacture crude explosive devices.
Investigators claim the group conducted at least eight test explosions in isolated locations between 2023 and February 2026, using different pipe sizes, timers, and improvised explosive devices to test their effectiveness.
Officials allege that the recovered evidence suggests the group was experimenting with explosive designs while attempting to remain undetected.
Radical Literature and Digital Evidence Seized
During the searches, ATS officers reportedly recovered a Jaish-e-Mohammed flag, printed letters allegedly addressed to JeM chief Masood Azhar, and several pieces of radical literature.
Investigators also stated that the accused allegedly possessed a publication titled "Akela Mujahid Jihad Kaise Kare," which they believe was being used as ideological material. In addition, police claim to have seized digital content, including speeches and electronic books promoting extremist ideology.
According to investigators, some of the digital material was stored on pen drives and allegedly printed for distribution among associates.
Cash Recovery and Funding Probe
The Gujarat ATS said it recovered approximately ₹1.3 lakh in cash, which investigators suspect was intended to finance the activities of the alleged module. Officials are continuing to examine the group's financial transactions to determine whether additional funding sources or collaborators were involved.
Earlier Arrests Linked to Sleeper Cell Investigation
The latest arrests follow an earlier operation in which the Gujarat ATS detained eight other suspects across Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. According to investigators, those individuals were allegedly attempting to establish a sleeper cell operating under the name "Darul Islam Gujarat Jaish-e-Mohammed."
Police allege that the network was attempting to recruit local youth, circulate translated extremist material in regional languages, and expand its influence through online and offline channels.
Investigation Continues
The Gujarat ATS has stated that forensic examination of the seized electronic devices and documents is ongoing. Investigators are also working to identify any additional individuals who may have been associated with the alleged network.
The allegations against the accused are based on the ongoing investigation. The case remains before the courts, and all of the accused are presumed innocent unless proven guilty through due process.
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