Assam: STF arrested ATB member from Chennai

GUWAHATI-   In a major success under Operation PRAGHAT, which targets fundamentalist networks and Global Terrorist Organizations (GTO) nationwide, the Special Task Force (STF) Assam has once again struck a decisive blow against anti-national elements.

Guided by intelligence inputs and reinforced by technical support, the Special Task Force (STF) Assam, with the active collaboration of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu Police, launched a swift and meticulously planned operation in the early hours of 12 February 2025.

Their efforts culminated in the successful capture of a key operative, Abu Salam Ali, son of Kuddus  Ali,  hailing from  Khudigaon  Part-II,  PS  Bilasipara,  Dhubri,  Assam.  He  was apprehended in Chennai, under Semmencherry Police Station, marking yet another decisive  strike against anti-national networks.

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The arrested individual has been identified as an active member of the Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) and Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen, with close ties to previously apprehended operatives from Kokrajhar and Dhubri, who were taken into custody by STF Assam for their involvement in the same extremist case.

Since the intervening night of 17th December 2024, he had been on the run, relentlessly evading law enforcement in a bid to escape justice. However, his attempts to stay hidden came to an end with this well-executed operation.

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Investigations have uncovered that the arrested operative played a crucial role in the conspiracy, working in close coordination with Nur Islam Mandal and Shahinur Islam aimed at strengthening extremist factions.

Their intent was unmistakable—to undermine national security, disturb peace, and endanger India’s sovereignty. This arrest represents yet another significant stride in breaking the network of radical elements determined to spread unrest and threaten the nation’s integrity.

The person was arrested in connection with STF PS Case No. 21/2024 under Sections 61(2)/147/148/149 of the BNS, R/W Sections 10/13/16/18/18B/20 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, R/W Section 12(1)(a) of the Passport Act, 1967, Added Section 38/39 of the UA(P) Act, Sections 4/5 of the Explosive Act, Sections 25/27 of the Arms Act, and Sections 13/14 of the Foreigners Act.

The operation was led by DySP STF Satyendra Singh Hazari, under the guidance of IGP, STF Dr. Parthasarathi Mahanta.