NIA, J&K Police Search Al-Falah Medical College in Red Fort Blast Probe
In a major development in the 2021 Red Fort terror attack investigation, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Jammu & Kashmir Police raided Al-Falah Medical College in Dharbhanga, Bihar, targeting another doctor suspected of involvement in the conspiracy.
Background: The Red Fort Blast Case
The December 15, 2021, Red Fort blast was a failed terror attack aimed at disrupting Republic Day preparations. The NIA’s probe linked the plot to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Earlier, Dr. Bilal Ahmed, a Srinagar-based physician, was arrested for allegedly aiding the attack.
Now, investigators are scrutinizing Dr. Arshad Alam, a faculty member at Al-Falah Medical College, after his name surfaced during interrogations. Authorities suspect he provided financial and ideological support to the terror module.
Inside the Raid: Key Findings
A joint team of NIA, J&K Police, and Bihar Police conducted a 12-hour search at the college, seizing:
– Incriminating documents
– Electronic devices
– Suspicious financial transaction records
An NIA official stated: “We are probing his role in radicalization and terror funding. His connections with arrested suspects are under scrutiny.”
College & Student Reactions
The college administration claimed no prior knowledge of Dr. Alam’s alleged activities. Principal Dr. Ramesh Kumar said: “We comply with all laws. If any faculty is involved, we will cooperate fully.”
Students expressed shock. A final-year MBBS student shared: “Dr. Alam was a quiet but respected teacher. This is shocking.”
Broader Security Concerns
The case highlights:
✔ Radicalization of professionals (doctors, engineers) for terror logistics
✔ Inter-state terror networks (J&K, Delhi, Bihar)
✔ Exploitation of educational institutions for recruitment
Security experts warn that extremist groups are increasingly targeting professionals for their access to funds and resources.
Political Reactions
- RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav questioned intelligence lapses: “How was a doctor in Bihar overlooked?”
- BJP’s Sambit Patra praised the NIA: “This govt has zero tolerance for terror.”
What’s Next?
- Dr. Alam is under interrogation.
- If charged, he will face trial under the UAPA.
- The NIA is probing possible foreign funding or cross-border links.
Conclusion
This case underscores the changing face of terrorism in India, with educated individuals being lured into extremism. The NIA’s widening probe could lead to more arrests. Is this a major breakthrough or just the beginning?
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