New Delhi, Nov 26 (NationPress) Tahawwur Rana, recently extradited from the United States to India, is currently under investigation concerning the Mumbai 26/11 attacks. Rana was a significant associate of David Headley, who conducted reconnaissance on the targets in Mumbai attacked by Lashkar-e-Tayiba 17 years ago. Officials involved in the investigation have indicated that Rana's questioning has proven to be quite complicated.

One might think he would provide information without reluctance, leading to a swift interrogation process.

However, his training from the Pakistan Army and subsequently the ISI has made him adept at evading questions.

Rana, a former military doctor with the Pakistan Army, was recruited by the ISI to operate from Canada. He was responsible for arranging travel documents and other logistical support for David Headley during his visits to India.

Rana is a clever operative who adheres strictly to his narrative. He has been sharing information with interrogators, but most of it is already known, according to an official.

He discusses the ISI’s involvement in the attacks and the assistance he provided to Headley. He has mentioned Ilyas Kashmiri and their broader aim for Ghazwa-e-Hind. However, when it comes to detailing the extent of the Pakistan deep-state's involvement in the attacks, Rana remains vague.

His military training is evident as he diligently protects the senior officials in Pakistan. He gives off the impression that he will not reveal further details, regardless of the situation, officials noted.

An official stated, "There is no doubt that he is being uncooperative. He shifts his narrative repeatedly, but Indian officials are confident in their ability to extract information from him."

"All that is required is time, and over the next few months, Rana will likely disclose much more," explained the officer.

Rana has reviewed the entirety of Headley’s confession. On the points where Headley mentions him, he does not refute having any connection. Previously, he stated that Headley was involved in the attacks and was aware of it.

However, Rana has since altered that statement, now recognizing Headley as a childhood friend.

Headley indicated that Rana's travel firm facilitated his trips to India. While Rana confirms that his company was utilized by Headley, he claims ignorance regarding the purpose of those visits.

He further asserted that he was unaware that Headley was on a reconnaissance mission in India.

Another official reported that Rana provides conflicting accounts to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Mumbai Police. This appears to be a strategy to mislead investigators.

He informed the NIA that he was in Mumbai during the attacks and discussed other trips within India during that timeframe. Conversely, he relayed a different account to the police, stating he had no involvement in the attacks.

An Intelligence Bureau official indicated that Rana is a tough individual to interrogate, largely due to his military training. They are specifically trained to evade inquiries and confuse investigators, and Rana is executing this strategy.

This tactic also aims to postpone the trial against him indefinitely. Another official mentioned that Rana will strive to delay or obstruct the investigation, intending to protect senior officials in Pakistan.

He seems committed to prolonging the investigation to ensure that the trial does not commence anytime soon, ultimately delaying his sentencing as well, officials explained.

On this day, 17 years ago, ten Lashkar-e-Tayiba terrorists invaded Mumbai and executed one of the most audacious attacks, resulting in 166 fatalities.