Lucknow Doctor Arrested in Terror Crackdown
In a major breakthrough, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a woman doctor from Lucknow, uncovering a suspected ‘white-collar’ terror network. An AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and two magazines were recovered from her car, raising concerns about professionals being exploited for terror activities.
Details of the Arrest
Dr. Farah Khan (name changed), a 32-year-old gynecologist, was detained late Tuesday near Hazratganj following a tip-off. Police found the weapon hidden in a modified compartment of her vehicle. Initial reports suggest she was allegedly part of a larger network involving lawyers, engineers, and doctors radicalized to support terror operations.
What Is ‘White-Collar’ Terror?
The term refers to highly educated individuals with no criminal history being recruited by terror groups. Their professional backgrounds help them evade suspicion while aiding in logistics, funding, or weapon transport. Investigators believe Dr. Khan was tasked with supplying arms to sleeper cells in North India.
Possible ISI Links Under Probe
Authorities are examining potential ties to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), as her communications reportedly linked her to a Pakistan-based handler of banned outfits. Similar cases in other states suggest terror groups are targeting disillusioned professionals.
Family, Colleagues Express Shock
Neighbors and coworkers described Dr. Khan as a quiet, dedicated professional, making her arrest even more startling. However, ATS sources cited extremist content in her encrypted chats and social media.
Political and Security Fallout
The case has triggered political debates, with BJP leaders calling for stricter digital surveillance. Security experts warn that such operatives blend in seamlessly, complicating counter-terror efforts.
Next Steps
The NIA may take over the investigation, while raids continue in Lucknow, Delhi, and Kanpur. ATS has urged public vigilance, emphasizing that terrorism “has no face.”
— Reported by Rajat Verma, NextMinuteNews
