ISI Arms Racket Busted in Delhi: Key Aides of Shahbaz Ansari Arrested

In a major security breakthrough, the Delhi Police Crime Branch has dismantled an alleged ISI-backed international arms smuggling network, arresting two more key operatives.

With these arrests, the total number of accused in the case has risen to 12.

Key Operatives Arrested at Airport

The two accused:

• Imran (37)
• Mohammad Kamran (27)

were detained at IGI Airport based on a lookout circular and later formally arrested after detailed interrogation.

They are believed to be close associates of the absconding mastermind Shahbaz Ansari.

How the Arms Smuggling Network Operated

According to investigators, the accused played a crucial role in the network:

• Received arms consignments routed through Nepal
• Transported weapons into India
• Reassembled dismantled firearms
• Delivered illegal arms across multiple locations

Their responsibilities included logistics, safe transport, and final delivery of weapons.

Alleged Links to ISI and Terror Activities

The network is suspected to have links with Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI, raising serious national security concerns.

Authorities believe the smuggled weapons were intended to:

• Fuel terror activities
• Create unrest in sensitive areas
• Strengthen illegal networks within India

Ongoing Investigation and Wider Network

The case is part of a larger crackdown on cross-border terror modules.

• Police are tracking other members of the network
• The role of international routes and handlers is under investigation
• Efforts are underway to locate the mastermind Shahbaz Ansari

Security Agencies on High Alert

Following the bust:

• Security has been tightened at key entry points
• Surveillance on cross-border smuggling routes has increased
• Intelligence agencies are coordinating for further action

Why This Case Is Significant

This development highlights:

• The threat of international arms smuggling networks
• Use of neighbouring countries as transit routes
• Continued efforts to disrupt terror-linked supply chains