Doctors Linked to Delhi Blast Radicalised During Medical Training
Investigative sources reveal that the doctors arrested for the recent Delhi blast were radicalised during their MBBS course and hospital internship. The accused—Dr. Arman Malik and Dr. Sameer Khan—allegedly embraced extremist ideologies while studying at a North Indian medical college, raising alarms about radicalisation in professional education.
Arrest and Blast Details
The Delhi Police Special Cell arrested the duo last week for involvement in a low-intensity explosion near a busy Central Delhi market. Though no injuries were reported, the incident triggered city-wide security alerts. Forensic reports confirmed a crude explosive device was used, with investigations tracing the suspects to a Delhi government hospital where they recently completed internships.
How Were the Doctors Radicalised?
Per intelligence sources:
– Exposure began via online jihadist propaganda during MBBS.
– Engaged in closed WhatsApp groups and extremist lectures disguised as religious discussions.
– Connected with overseas handlers during internships for further indoctrination.
Agencies are probing potential foreign terror links, including training or funding.
Campus Radicalisation: Medical Schools Now a Target?
This case highlights a worrying trend—extremist recruitment in medical colleges, previously seen in engineering institutes. Experts cite:
– Stress and isolation during rigorous courses as vulnerability factors.
– Terror groups targeting high-status professionals for logistical advantages.
“Medical students’ mobility and social influence make them prime recruits,” notes counter-terrorism expert Ayesha Kapoor.
Security Measures and Institutional Scrutiny
Authorities are:
– Investigating the accused’s medical college and hospital for radical ties.
– Likely handing the case to the NIA due to potential cross-border links.
– Pressuring the Medical Council of India (MCI) to adopt anti-radicalisation protocols.
Public Outrage and Family Defenses
While politicians demand accountability, the families insist the doctors were “academically exceptional” with no extremist history. Neighbors described them as reclusive but dedicated.
Next Steps
- Expanded probes into other medical institutions.
- Calls for student deradicalisation programs.
This case underscores that extremism can infiltrate even trusted professions like medicine.
—With inputs from investigative agencies. Follow for live updates.
