Overview
- Jammu and Kashmir Police described a white-collar ecosystem of radicalised professionals and students in contact with foreign handlers operating from Pakistan and elsewhere.
- The alleged car bomber, Dr Umar Mohammed of Al-Falah University, is among several doctors detained, including Dr Adeel Majeed Rather, Dr Muzammil Ahmad Ganai and Dr Shaheen Shahid, with a raid at Dr Parvez Ansari’s home.
- Investigators have reported links to handlers associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind, with some reporting also citing ISIS connections.
- Reported recoveries include about 2,900 kilograms of ammonium nitrate from a Faridabad residence and assault rifles with ammunition found in a doctor’s car.
- A separate Gujarat investigation involves a doctor accused of possessing materials for ricin, and opinion pieces argue the trend reflects ideological radicalisation among educated professionals.