Chhattisgarh ATS Detains Two Raipur Minors Over Alleged ISIS Links Under UAPA

Overview

• State Home Minister Vijay Sharma said the Anti-Terrorism Squad apprehended two juveniles in Raipur after confirming alleged links to an ISIS module.
• The youths were booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, with officials citing technical evidence gathered through sustained cyber surveillance.
• Investigators allege Pakistan-based operatives ran fake and pseudonymous Instagram accounts to mislead teenagers and incite anti-India activities.
• Authorities say the minors were encouraged to circulate violent propaganda and were being motivated to help establish an ISIS module in Chhattisgarh.
• Sharma called it the first such case in the state and said police are tracing more individuals as the government considers expanding the ATS and urges public reporting of extremist content.