Archive · 3 Sep 2026
India Agencies Probe Dubai-Based ISI-Linked Khalistan Surveillance Network
Indian agencies are investigating a suspected network operating from Dubai.
Officials say the network is connected to Pakistan’s intelligence agency and supports Khalistan-linked activities.
Three people in Punjab were arrested over allegedly sending live camera feeds to handlers abroad.
Investigators say cameras were placed near sensitive places.
Recruits were reportedly asked to rent spaces and install the cameras.
The network allegedly also searched for young people to recruit.
Officials say drugs may be used to raise money for these activities.
Police are trying to find the links between people in Punjab and the Dubai-based operator.
Indian agencies are probing a Dubai-based network allegedly backed by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence.
Punjab Police arrested three people accused of sending live surveillance feeds to Dubai- and Pakistan-based handlers.
Investigators say recruits installed Wi-Fi-enabled cameras near sensitive locations, including near Baddowal Cantonment.
Officials allege the network is recruiting Punjab youths and seeking to expand operations from abroad.
Authorities also allege that drug proceeds are being used to finance Khalistan-linked activities in Punjab.
- Who
- Indian investigating agencies and Punjab Police are probing alleged ISI-backed Khalistan-linked operatives, including arrested suspect Rashpal Singh.
- What
- Authorities are investigating alleged surveillance, recruitment, and funding activities coordinated through a Dubai-based module.
- When
- The arrests and findings were reported recently; officials said activity could increase in the coming months.
- Where
- The alleged network operates from Dubai and Pakistan, with surveillance and recruitment activity focused mainly in Punjab, including Ludhiana and areas near Baddowal Cantonment.
- Why
- Officials say the activity aims to gather sensitive information, recruit operatives, support the Khalistan movement, and potentially facilitate attacks in Punjab.
- Alleged operating base
- Dubai, with links to Pakistan-based handlers
- Primary target area
- Punjab, India
- Recent arrests
- Punjab Police arrested three people
- Surveillance method
- Wi-Fi-enabled cameras transmitting live feeds
- Named suspect
- Rashpal Singh, who allegedly installed cameras near Baddowal Cantonment
- Alleged financing
- Officials say drug proceeds are being used to fund the movement
- Earlier overseas base
- Officials said Khalistan-linked activity was previously promoted largely from Canada