Kerala Police Detain Assam Man for Promoting Extremist Ideology Online

In a significant operation, Kerala police have arrested Roshidul Islam, a 25-year-old from Assam, for allegedly promoting extremist ideologies through social media. The investigation revealed his connections with individuals outside India, including attempts to procure firearms. This arrest is part of a broader crackdown on extremist networks in the region, as authorities uncover a structured ecosystem of radicalization. The Special Task Force has also reported on the methods used by these organizations to indoctrinate sympathizers. As investigations continue, the implications of these findings could have far-reaching effects on security in the Northeast.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 31, 2025, 12:37 IST

Arrest of Roshidul Islam

In Thrissur, Kerala, authorities have taken a 25-year-old individual from Assam into custody for allegedly attempting to disseminate extremist views via social media.

The suspect, named Roshidul Islam, was apprehended within the jurisdiction of the Kaipamangalam police station. Reports indicate that he had been living in the region for approximately two years and was working for a private company at the time of his arrest.

Investigators claim that Roshidul was involved in sharing content online that incited religious animosity and demonstrated a tendency towards extremist and terrorist ideologies.

Furthermore, police stated that initial inquiries suggested he had been in communication with people located outside India, including contacts in Bangladesh, through phone calls and various social media platforms.

Authorities also alleged that Roshidul attempted to acquire AK-47 rifles from Pakistan, based on the information collected thus far. Ongoing investigations aim to ascertain the full extent of his alleged connections and activities.

This arrest occurs amid increased vigilance regarding extremist networks operating in Assam and the Northeast region. Earlier this week, the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam disclosed new insights into the strategies and reach of extremist groups in the area.

During a press briefing at the Jyoti–Bishnu Kala Mandir in Khanapara, Guwahati, STF chief Partha Sarathi Mahanta revealed that investigations had unveiled a well-organized extremist ecosystem functioning both online and offline, with significant international connections.

Mahanta noted that extremist organizations, including those associated with the banned Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) and Imam Mahmuder Kafila (IMK), were systematically indoctrinating supporters through encrypted digital channels.

One such group, known as ‘Purvo Akash’, served as a crucial platform for communication, propaganda, and recruitment, distributing ideological materials to radicalize followers.

On Monday, coordinated operations across Assam, West Bengal, and Tripura resulted in the detention of 11 suspected terrorists, with 10 arrests made in Assam and one in Tripura. The individuals detained in Assam are currently undergoing interrogation as investigations progress.