**Delhi Police Dismantles Pakistan-Backed Terror-Gangster Module**
Delhi Police’s Special Cell has successfully dismantled a terror-gangster module linked to Pakistan, orchestrated by ISI-associated handler Shahzad Bhatti. The operation led to the arrest of three of his associates from Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh. This group was implicated in a grenade attack in Punjab last week and had conducted reconnaissance on various potential targets across multiple states.
According to Additional CP (Special Cell) Pramod Kumar Kushwaha, the arrested individuals were in direct contact with Bhatti, a gangster operating from Pakistan under ISI’s direction. The suspects include Hargunpreet Singh from Punjab, Vikas Prajapati from Madhya Pradesh, and Asif from Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh. Prajapati was apprehended on November 26 in Datia, Singh on November 29 in Firozpur, and Asif on November 30. Authorities recovered a pistol, ten live cartridges, reconnaissance videos, chats, and voice notes from the suspects.
Kushwaha stated, “They were in direct contact with Shahzad Bhatti, and their recruitment was facilitated through social media apps. Bhatti directly hired several individuals through his associates.” He clarified that there was no connection to the recent Delhi blasts.
**Gurdaspur Grenade Attack and Broader Conspiracy**
The arrested trio confessed to their involvement in the November 25 grenade attack in Gurdaspur, with one suspect admitting to throwing the explosive while the others provided logistical support. Initially, Punjab Police had attributed the blast to a tyre burst. The gang had identified multiple targets, and Kushwaha indicated that the reconnaissance locations would be shared with Punjab Police to prevent further attacks.
**Module Linked to Threats Against Anmol Bishnoi**
Sources revealed that Anmol Bishnoi, the brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, was among the targets of this Pakistan-backed module. Delhi Police and central agencies are investigating this connection. Anmol, currently in NIA custody, had alerted the NIA court on October 27 about serious threats to his life from Shahzad Bhatti. Following a subsequent application from his lawyer on November 28, the NIA confirmed it had received credible information supporting Anmol’s claims.
Anmol reported that Bhatti had issued multiple death threats via social media videos. His plea highlighted that similar threats preceded a grenade attack on a Jalandhar YouTuber’s residence in March 2025, for which Bhatti had claimed responsibility.
**Security Concerns and Court Requests**
Anmol has requested enhanced security measures during court appearances, including transport in a bulletproof vehicle and the provision of a bulletproof jacket, along with a formal threat assessment. His legal team has communicated with the Delhi Police Commissioner, expressing concerns for the safety of Anmol’s family and legal representatives.
The Special Cell is also investigating whether the dismantled module had concrete plans to target Anmol, as alleged.
**Further Arrests Anticipated**
Kushwaha indicated that additional arrests are likely as the investigation continues, emphasizing the importance of neutralizing any potential threats from this network.
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**FAQ**
**What was the role of Shahzad Bhatti in the terror-gangster module?**
Shahzad Bhatti is a Pakistan-based gangster linked to the ISI, who directed the operations of the terror-gangster module, facilitating recruitment and planning attacks across India.