The Rajasthan Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested a woman in Jaipur on allegations of involvement in activities linked to the banned outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). The action was taken under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) after inputs from Military Intelligence, officials said.
According to police, the accused, identified as Babita, was detained from Jaipur rural area and is currently in custody on a seven-day remand for further questioning.
Rajasthan ATS Superintendent of Police Manish Tripathi confirmed the arrest and said the investigation is ongoing.
“During surveillance and subsequent investigation, we detained the woman after receiving inputs regarding her suspected involvement in activities that could pose a threat to national security,” SP Tripathi said.
Allegations of Online Radicalisation and Foreign Contact
Investigating agencies claim the woman was in contact with individuals linked to Pakistan-based networks and extremist handlers through social media platforms. Officials said digital communication, including WhatsApp chats and other online interactions, is being examined.
According to investigators, the woman allegedly changed her identity and was later in contact with individuals linked to banned organisations. However, these claims are part of the ongoing investigation and have not been independently verified.
SP Tripathi said that references to Jaish-e-Mohammed have emerged during the probe.
“We have come across information indicating that one individual in contact with the woman may be linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed. At this stage, we are examining whether the woman herself has any association with the same group. No conclusions can be drawn until the investigation is completed,” he said.
Digital Evidence and Security Probe
Police sources said two SIM cards, social media accounts, and multiple foreign contacts were recovered during the investigation. Officials also claimed that her online profile included connections with accounts displaying images of armed groups and banned organisations.
Investigators further said that communication with foreign numbers, including Pakistan-based contacts, is under review. However, officials stressed that forensic analysis is still ongoing.
SP Tripathi also noted that some digital data may have been deleted before the arrest.
“She has largely erased her digital data, but we will attempt to recover it,” he said, adding that cyber forensic teams are working to retrieve deleted information to trace the wider network.
Investigation Focus on Wider Network
Security agencies are now trying to identify whether the accused was part of a larger network and who may have influenced or contacted her.
Officials said the probe will also examine possible recruitment attempts and cross-border communication patterns.
The ATS has registered a case under UAPA and other relevant sections, and interrogation is expected to continue during the remand period.
Authorities said further details will emerge as the investigation progresses and digital evidence is fully analysed.
