The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted extensive raids on Thursday, June 26, 2025, across multiple locations in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, targeting a terror conspiracy case linked to pro-Khalistani groups and other anti-national elements. The coordinated operation involved searches at 18 places, with nine locations in Punjab, seven in Haryana, and two in Uttar Pradesh.

The raids, initiated early in the morning, were executed with the assistance of state police forces from all three states, acting on specific intelligence inputs. The NIA's action is part of a broader investigation into attempts to revive terrorism in Punjab through various illicit activities, including targeted killings, extortion, and smuggling.

During the searches, NIA teams seized a range of incriminating materials, including mobile phones, digital devices, and documents. These items are currently under scrutiny to uncover further connections and details related to the terror network. The investigation aims to dismantle the infrastructure and support systems of these pro-Khalistani groups and anti-national elements operating both within India and abroad.

This is not the first time the NIA has conducted raids in Punjab related to Khalistani networks. Previous operations have focused on disrupting the activities of these groups, which seek to destabilize the region through violence and subversive activities. The current operation expands the scope of the investigation to Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, indicating a wider network of operatives and supporters.

Earlier this week, on June 22, 2025, the NIA filed a chargesheet against Jatinder Singh, a key associate of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist Lakhbir Singh, also known as Landa, and gangster Pavittar Batala, in connection with a Punjab terror conspiracy case. Jatinder Singh was arrested in Mumbai on December 23, 2024. Investigations revealed that he was involved in the illegal procurement and supply of firearms from Madhya Pradesh to gangsters in Punjab, who are operatives of Batala.

The NIA found that Jatinder's operations were being directed by Batala's foreign-based associates, and the supplied weapons were intended for BKI's terror activities. Further investigation revealed that Jatinder procured illegal weapons from Baljeet Singh alias Rana Bhai, an arms supplier in Madhya Pradesh who has already been arrested and chargesheeted by the NIA. The accused individuals were using virtual numbers and encrypted applications to evade detection by law enforcement agencies.

These recent actions underscore the NIA's commitment to combating terrorism and maintaining national security. By targeting key operatives and their networks, the agency aims to disrupt their plans and prevent further violence and unrest. The ongoing investigation is expected to provide more insights into the extent of the Khalistani terror network and the measures needed to counter it effectively.