NIA Charges Three Individuals in Neemrana Hotel Shooting Linked to Khalistani Terrorist Arsh Dala

Synopsis

The NIA has charged three suspects in the Neemrana hotel shooting linked to Khalistani terrorist Arsh Dala. The investigation reveals a broader conspiracy with international implications, highlighting the growing concern over foreign terrorist involvement in domestic violence.

Key Takeaways

NIA files charges against three individuals.
Incident linked to Khalistani terrorist Arsh Dala.
Charges under Unlawful Activities Prevention Act.
Suspects in contact with international terror network.
Investigation ongoing to uncover more details.

New Delhi, March 19 (NationPress) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has submitted a chargesheet against three suspects regarding the December 2024 shooting incident at the Hotel Highway King in Neemrana, Rajasthan.

This crime is part of a larger conspiracy associated with Khalistani terrorist Arsh Dala. The agency has leveled serious accusations against the suspects due to their involvement in both the conspiracy and the execution of the attack.

The accused are identified as Sachin alias Praveen alias Dholia, Yogesh alias Monu, and Vijay alias Kale, and they have been charged for conspiring to carry out the attack on the hotel.

The investigation has indicated that the trio was in direct communication with Arsh Dala, a designated terrorist based in Canada, along with several other individuals, including Dinesh Gandhi, Sorav Kataria, Kaushal Chaudhary, and Manisha, who were allegedly involved in the conspiracy.

Narender alias Lally and Puneet, identified as the shooters, were tasked with executing the firing as part of the larger plan devised by the accused with assistance from Dala.

According to the NIA, the shooting was intended to instill fear and advance the Khalistani movement within India.

The NIA's chargesheet underscores the cooperation between the accused and Arsh Dala’s network.

The suspects face charges under various sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act [UA (P) Act], including sections 16, 17, 18, and 20, as well as Section 3/25 (1) AA of the Arms Act.

Sachin and Yogesh are facing charges under more severe clauses of the law due to their roles in the conspiracy, while Vijay has been charged under sections 18 and 20 of the UA (P) Act and for offenses regarding the possession and usage of arms.

This case has garnered significant attention due to its ties to international terrorist networks, raising alarms about the growing involvement of terrorists operating from abroad in inciting violence in India. The NIA is continuing its investigation to uncover additional details regarding the participation of other individuals in the attack.