Recent reports confirm that the Punjab Police have successfully dismantled a module of the banned Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist group, arresting three individuals, including a juvenile. This operation, executed by the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) in Mohali, underscores the ongoing efforts to counter terrorist activities and maintain peace and security in the region.
According to Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, the busted BKI module was backed by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and was being operated by UK-based Nishan Singh and Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Rinda. The arrested individuals were allegedly plotting attacks on police establishments and targeted killings in the Amritsar area. The swift action by the Punjab Police has averted a major terror plot, potentially saving numerous innocent lives.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Sehajpal Singh and Vikramjit Singh, both residents of Ramdas in Amritsar, along with a 17-year-old juvenile. During the operation, authorities recovered two hand grenades, a pistol, and ammunition, further highlighting the dangerous intent of the group. An FIR has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Explosives Act at the SSOC police station in Mohali, and investigations are currently underway.
The investigation has revealed a crucial link to Lovepreet Singh, an inmate at Ferozepur jail. Assistant Inspector General (AIG) of SSOC, Mohali, Ravjot Grewal, stated that Sehajpal Singh was acting on Lovepreet's directives, who in turn recruited Vikramjit Singh to retrieve and transport the recovered arms and explosives. Lovepreet Singh, already facing multiple charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and the Explosive Substances Act, as well as for attempted murder, is now being questioned after being brought to SSOC Mohali on a production warrant.
This recent bust is not an isolated incident, but rather part of a larger pattern of efforts by BKI operatives to destabilize the region. Just days earlier, on June 21, 2025, the Amritsar Commissionerate Police dismantled another BKI terror module, arresting one operative and recovering six sophisticated pistols. This module was reportedly operated by UK-based handler Dharam Singh, a close associate of Pakistan-based terrorist Harvinder Rinda.
These successive operations highlight the persistent threat posed by BKI, a banned organization that aims to create an independent Sikh state of Khalistan. BKI has a long history of violence, including the bombing of Air India Flight 182 in 1985, one of Canada's worst mass murder cases. Despite facing crackdowns and the loss of key leaders, the organization remains active with support from Sikh communities in Pakistan, North America, and Europe.
In May 2025, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids at 15 locations across Punjab, targeting suspects linked to BKI operative Harpreet Singh, also known as Happy Passian, and his associates. These raids were connected to a grenade attack on a police station in Gurdaspur in December of the previous year. Happy Passian, a key aide of Harvinder Rinda, is believed to be responsible for orchestrating numerous grenade attacks on police stations in Punjab and Haryana.
The Punjab Police's recent success in busting the BKI module is a testament to their commitment to neutralizing terrorist threats and maintaining peace in the state. However, the ongoing investigations and the recovery of arms and explosives indicate that continued vigilance and proactive measures are necessary to prevent future attacks and ensure the safety and security of the region.
