 "Police personnel stand guard at the Red Fort, amid tight security in the wake of tension between India and Pakistan, in New Delhi, Friday, May 9, 2025. PTI")
A 41-year-old man linked to the banned terror outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) has been arrested in Delhi for his involvement in a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) attack on a police station in Punjab earlier this year.
The accused, Karanvir Singh from Kapurthala, was wanted in connection with the April 7 attack on the Qila Lal Singh Wala police station in Batala district. He had been suspected of fleeing to Pakistan after the incident.
In 2023, Interpol issued a Red Corner Notice against Karanvir at India’s request. He faces several serious charges, including murder, criminal conspiracy, fundraising for terror activities, and violations of the Arms and Explosive Substances Acts.
His arrest follows the recent capture of another BKI operative, Akashdeep Singh alias Baaz, by Delhi Police’s Special Cell. Akashdeep, a resident of Amritsar, was picked up from Indore on July 22 under the Arms Act. He allegedly provided shelter and logistical support to the attackers, though he had no prior criminal record.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Amit Kaushik confirmed both arrests, adding that BKI had claimed responsibility for the Batala attack and had issued threats of a similar strike in Delhi.
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More ShortsThe case has now been transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for further probe.