Punjab Police busts ISI-backed terror module in Amritsar, two arrested with AK-47 and pistols

Punjab Police has busted an alleged terror and cross-border arms smuggling module linked to Pakistan’s intelligence agency in Amritsar, arresting two accused and recovering several weapons. The operation was carried out by the Amritsar Rural Police, which also seized rifles, pistols and ammunition from the suspects during the crackdown.

According to officials, preliminary investigations indicate that the module was operating under the influence of foreign-based handlers and was allegedly involved in radicalisation as well as spreading anti-India and anti-police narratives through social media platforms. Authorities said the suspects maintained contact with overseas operatives who were directing their activities.

Police recovered one AK-47 rifle with two magazines and 36 live cartridges, along with three sophisticated Glock 9mm pistols from the accused. An FIR has been registered at the Gharinda police station in Amritsar Rural, and further investigations are underway to identify additional members and dismantle the wider network linked to the module.

Officials said the investigation will focus on tracing both forward and backward linkages to determine the full extent of the cross-border network and its connections. Law enforcement agencies are examining the digital communication channels used by the suspects to coordinate with foreign handlers.

The development comes amid continuing efforts by Punjab Police to curb terrorism, illegal arms trafficking and organised crime in the state. Authorities reiterated their commitment to a zero-tolerance approach against such networks and said operations will continue to identify and neutralise similar threats.