Al Qaeda-Inspired Terror Cell Busted, Wanted To Create 'Khilafat' In India
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The members of the terror module were trained, including in handling weapons, at various locations, cops said.
The Delhi Police today found and dismantled a terror module that was allegedly inspired by al Qaeda. The operation, which involved joint efforts from police forces across Jharkhand, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, led to the arrest of 14 individuals allegedly linked to the group. The group was reportedly preparing to execute a series of high-profile terrorist activities aimed at establishing a 'Khilafat' within India.
"The module, as per the current state of operations, was being led by one Dr Ishtiyaq of Ranchi (Jharkhand), and it was aspiring to declare 'khilafat' and execute serious terrorist activities within the country," a Delhi Police statement said.
The members of the terror module were trained, including in handling weapons, at various locations, cops said.
