Congress leader Udit Raj alleges RSS-BJP links in Delhi ISI spy bust
Synopsis
Congress leader Udit Raj has levelled a pointed allegation — that the ISI-linked spy network busted by Delhi Police's Special Cell likely has RSS-BJP connections, citing what he claims is a decade-long pattern in espionage arrests. The actual accused are a couple named Mohammad Sahil and Sameera, making this a politically charged flashpoint even as the investigation is in its early stages.
Key Takeaways
Congress leader Udit Raj alleged on 28 August that the Delhi Police Special Cell -busted ISI spy network 'very likely' has links to the BJP and RSS .
Delhi Police arrested couple Mohammad Sahil and his wife Sameera , who allegedly had contact with Pakistani intelligence officers since 2024 .
The network was reportedly involved in procuring Indian SIM cards and routing them to Pakistan to access sensitive information.
Udit Raj claimed more than 90 per cent of espionage accused over the past 10-12 years have been Hindus — an unverified statistical claim.
The Special Cell's Northern Range uncovered the network operating across Delhi-NCR ; the investigation is ongoing.
Congress leader Udit Raj on Friday, 28 August alleged that the Pakistan ISI-linked espionage network busted by the Delhi Police Special Cell 'very likely' has connections to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The claim came after Delhi Police arrested a young couple in New Delhi who had allegedly been in contact with Pakistani intelligence officers since 2024 and were reportedly recruited through social media platforms.
What Udit Raj Said
Speaking to reporters, Udit Raj alleged: 'It is very likely that they would turn out to be workers of the RSS-BJP, because a majority of the ISI spies, who have been caught so far, like in Madhya Pradesh and other areas, are all linked to the Bharatiya Janata Party.'
He further claimed that more than 90 per cent of those arrested in espionage cases over the past 10-12 years have been Hindus. 'A few Muslims involved in this crime are exceptions; otherwise, a majority of them have links with the RSS and BJP... the entire list should be made public,' he said. He also called for action against anyone working against the country's interests.
Criticism of the RSS
Udit Raj sharply criticised the RSS, alleging the organisation lacks patriotism. 'They don't have any feeling of patriotism for the country and only indulge in dramas. Had they been patriotic, they would have taken part in the country's freedom struggle. Instead, they sided with the British. Now, they are only concerned about power,' he said. He added that while the RSS 'runs a narrative of being great nationalists, their workers are not patriotic at all.'
These are unverified allegations made by an opposition leader; NationPress has not independently confirmed the claimed statistical data on espionage cases.
The Espionage Case: What Police Found
The Special Cell's Northern Range received intelligence about a Pakistan-backed espionage network operating across Delhi-NCR. Investigators reportedly uncovered a network involved in procuring Indian SIM cards and routing them to Pakistan, where they were purportedly used to access sensitive information.
Police identified the two arrested individuals as Mohammad Sahil and his wife Sameera. The couple had allegedly maintained contact with Pakistani intelligence officers since 2024 and were reportedly drawn into the network via social media.
Broader Context
The arrest is the latest in a series of ISI-linked espionage busts in India. Security agencies have previously dismantled similar networks in states including Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. This comes amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions and ongoing scrutiny of cross-border intelligence operations. Opposition parties have frequently demanded greater transparency in the disclosure of accused profiles in such cases.
With the investigation ongoing, further details on the network's scope and handlers are expected to emerge in the coming days.
Point of View
And the two people actually arrested are identified as Mohammad Sahil and Sameera, which cuts against his own statistical framing. The Congress leader's broader claim about 90-per-cent Hindu accused in espionage cases over a decade is unverified and unattributed, and NationPress could not independently confirm it. What the episode does reveal is how quickly a security story in India gets absorbed into partisan warfare — the espionage network itself, its handlers, and its operational scope risk being overshadowed by the political slugfest. The real accountability question is whether India's agencies have a transparent public record of espionage arrests that would allow such claims to be tested, rather than traded as talking points.
NationPress
28 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did Delhi Police arrest in the ISI espionage case?
Delhi Police's Special Cell arrested Mohammad Sahil and his wife Sameera , a couple based in New Delhi who allegedly maintained contact with Pakistani intelligence officers since 2024 and were recruited through social media platforms. They are accused of procuring Indian SIM cards and routing them to Pakistan.
What did Congress leader Udit Raj allege about the spy network?
Udit Raj alleged that the ISI-linked network busted by Delhi Police 'very likely' has connections to the BJP and RSS, citing what he claimed is a pattern in past espionage arrests across states like Madhya Pradesh. He also claimed more than 90 per cent of espionage accused over 10-12 years have been Hindus — an unverified claim.
What was the espionage network doing?
According to Delhi Police, the network was involved in obtaining Indian SIM cards and sending them to Pakistan, where they were purportedly used to access sensitive information. The Special Cell's Northern Range received intelligence about the Pakistan-backed operation running across Delhi-NCR.
Has the BJP or RSS responded to Udit Raj's allegations?
No response from the BJP or RSS to Udit Raj's allegations is available in the current reports. NationPress has not independently verified his claims linking past espionage cases to either organisation.
What is the significance of this espionage bust?
The arrest is part of a broader pattern of ISI-linked network busts in India, with similar operations previously uncovered in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. It highlights ongoing cross-border intelligence activity and the use of social media for recruitment, even as the case has become a political flashpoint.
