Rajasthan ATS Arrests Woman Linked to JeM in Anti-Terror Operation
In a significant anti-terror operation, the Rajasthan Anti-Terrorist Squad has arrested a woman in Jaipur linked to the terrorist organization Jaish-e-Mohammed. Identified as Babiba Dhakad, she allegedly converted to Islam online and adopted the name Khadija. Investigators are probing her conversion and potential connections to online radicalization efforts. The case highlights growing concerns about the use of digital platforms for terrorist recruitment and coordination. Read on to learn more about this alarming development.
Jun 23, 2026, 19:06 IST
Major Anti-Terror Operation in Rajasthan
In a significant anti-terror operation, the Rajasthan Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has apprehended a woman in Jaipur, accused of functioning as a 'sleeper cell' for the Pakistan-based terrorist organization, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). This arrest was made based on intelligence received from military sources, prompting security agencies to conduct a joint operation that led to the woman's detention for questioning.
Details of the Arrest
The arrested individual has been identified as Babiba Dhakad. According to information obtained by a media group, she allegedly converted to Islam by reading 'Kalma' online and subsequently adopted the name 'Khadija'. Investigating officials are examining the circumstances surrounding her conversion and are also trying to determine if this case is linked to efforts to radicalize individuals and recruit them into terrorist organizations via online platforms.
Concerns Over Online Radicalization
Sources indicate that the woman was reportedly in regular contact with a handler from Jaish-e-Mohammed through social media. Security agencies are concerned that digital platforms were utilized to initiate and maintain this communication. This raises alarms about the ongoing use of online networks for recruitment and coordination of operations by terrorist groups.