Delhi Blast Investigation Reveals Alarming Terror Plans by Faridabad Module

Overview of the Investigation

New Delhi: Authorities investigating the recent blast in Delhi have uncovered that the Faridabad module, linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad, had intentions to execute multiple attacks nationwide, with Delhi being their primary target.

The choice of Delhi was strategic, aimed at delivering a powerful message to security forces and demonstrating their operational capabilities in the capital.

Intelligence reports indicate that such acts of terror not only strengthen the group's presence but also serve as a recruitment tool.

Although the attack resulted in eight fatalities, it appears that the group did not anticipate such a high casualty rate.

The bomber was reportedly instructed to crash the explosive-laden vehicle into the Red Fort but detonated it prematurely amidst traffic after the module was compromised, according to officials.

Investigations suggest that the attack was meticulously planned over several months.

This module did not form overnight; the radicalization of its members, particularly doctors, had been ongoing for an extended period.

Interestingly, the radicalization efforts were not centered in Jammu and Kashmir but targeted individuals from Uttar Pradesh, likely to evade the heightened scrutiny in the former region.

Further inquiries revealed that the attackers maintained contact with handlers based in Afghanistan, affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammad cells active since 2021.

This module adopted a unique approach by recruiting highly educated individuals, as they are less likely to attract attention from security agencies.

Dr. Shaheen Saeed, one of the arrested members, frequently traveled to Jammu and Kashmir, where she met with Maulvi Irfan Ahmed, facilitating the recruitment of other module members.

Her profession allowed her to navigate around security checks effectively.

The group sought intelligent recruits, as they not only evade detection but also enhance the module's effectiveness.

Educated individuals possess persuasive skills that aid in recruitment, as noted by officials.

Intelligence Bureau sources have indicated that the module aimed to target major urban centers, with Delhi prioritized to maximize impact and instill fear.

Currently, investigators are tracing additional vehicles acquired by the suspects, which were intended for similar explosive attacks across the country.

During the investigation, it was revealed that the original plan included a bombing during Diwali, but this was scrapped due to heightened security measures.

Following the cancellation of the Diwali attack, there were indications of a planned assault on the Red Fort on January 26. However, after the Faridabad module was dismantled, the bomber, Umar Nabi, detonated the vehicle prematurely.