Punjab Police bust BKI module in Amritsar, seize two hand grenades
Synopsis
Punjab Police intercepted two BKI-linked operatives near Loharka Road in Amritsar and seized two hand grenades reportedly meant to target government institutions. The bust, confirmed by DGP Gaurav Yadav, came a day after a separate fake currency module was dismantled — signalling a sharp escalation in Punjab's anti-terror and organised crime operations.
Key Takeaways
Punjab Police busted a Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) -backed module on Tuesday , arresting two associates of foreign-based handlers.
Accused identified as Ajay (Bazigar Mohalla, Ajnala) and Jodhbir Singh (Fattewal Kalan) — both residents of Amritsar .
Two hand grenades and a motorcycle were recovered from the suspects.
DGP Gaurav Yadav said preliminary investigation points to a larger conspiracy targeting government institutions and infrastructure in Punjab.
A day earlier, police arrested four individuals in a separate fake currency bust, recovering counterfeit notes worth ₹5.50 lakh in ₹500 denominations.
Punjab Police on Tuesday dismantled a module backed by Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), arresting two associates of foreign-based handlers and recovering two hand grenades from their possession. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav confirmed the arrests in Chandigarh, identifying the accused as residents of Amritsar.
Who Was Arrested
The two individuals taken into custody have been identified as Ajay, a resident of Bazigar Mohalla in Ajnala, Amritsar, and Jodhbir Singh, a resident of Fattewal Kalan, Amritsar. Along with the hand grenades, police also impounded their motorcycle at the time of interception.
How the Operation Unfolded
According to DGP Yadav, police teams received credible intelligence that foreign-based handlers had supplied hand grenades to their associates and directed them to coordinate with another operative near Loharka Road in Amritsar. Acting on this input, a checkpoint was established and the two suspects were intercepted. The grenades were recovered during a search of the accused.
Scope of the Alleged Conspiracy
Preliminary investigation has revealed, according to the DGP, that the recovered grenades were part of a larger conspiracy aimed at targeting government institutions and infrastructure to disturb peace and law and order in Punjab. Further investigation is underway to establish linkages and identify other associates in the network.
Separate Fake Currency Bust the Day Before
A day earlier, Punjab Police also busted a fake currency module, arresting four individuals — Nazar Khan, Raj Mohammad, Mukhtiyar Singh, and Asif Ali. Counterfeit currency worth ₹5.50 lakh, entirely in ₹500 denomination notes, was recovered. Preliminary investigation revealed that Raj Mohammad already has a criminal background, with one FIR registered against him under the NDPS Act.
The twin operations underscore Punjab Police's intensified crackdown on cross-border terror networks and organised crime, with investigators expected to widen the probe as more linkages are traced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BKI module busted by Punjab Police?
It is a cell linked to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), a designated terrorist organisation, whose members were allegedly supplied hand grenades by foreign-based handlers and directed to target government institutions in Punjab. Two associates — Ajay and Jodhbir Singh, both from Amritsar — were arrested on Tuesday.
What was recovered from the arrested accused?
Two hand grenades and a motorcycle were recovered from the possession of the two arrested individuals, Ajay and Jodhbir Singh, at a checkpoint near Loharka Road in Amritsar.
What was the alleged target of the BKI module?
According to DGP Gaurav Yadav, preliminary investigation suggests the grenades were part of a larger conspiracy to target government institutions and infrastructure in Punjab with the aim of disturbing peace and law and order in the state.
What was the fake currency case Punjab Police busted a day earlier?
A day before the BKI module bust, Punjab Police arrested four individuals — Nazar Khan, Raj Mohammad, Mukhtiyar Singh, and Asif Ali — and recovered counterfeit Indian currency worth ₹5.50 lakh, all in ₹500 denomination notes. Raj Mohammad had a prior criminal record under the NDPS Act.
What happens next in the BKI module investigation?
DGP Gaurav Yadav has confirmed that further investigation is underway to establish linkages and identify other associates in the network, including efforts to trace the foreign-based handlers who allegedly supplied the weapons.
