Delhi Police Arrests Individual for Alleged Espionage for Pakistan's ISI
Arrest of a Suspected Spy
On Thursday, the Special Cell of the Delhi Police apprehended a man named Qasim from Bharatpur district in Rajasthan, accused of spying for Pakistan's intelligence agency, the ISI. He was captured in the Deeg area of Mewat, Rajasthan, and is currently under police custody.
Authorities revealed that Qasim had traveled to Pakistan twice, once in August 2024 and again in March 2025, spending nearly 90 days there. During these trips, he received espionage training from ISI operatives and senior agents.
Direct Contact with ISI Officials
According to police reports, Qasim was believed to have been in direct contact with ISI officials during his visits, who instructed him on gathering and disseminating sensitive information related to India's armed forces and key government departments. Furthermore, it was disclosed that Qasim had sent Indian SIM cards to Pakistan, which were utilized by ISI agents to communicate with individuals in India via WhatsApp to extract confidential information.
Radicalization Efforts
Qasim, an Islamic cleric who previously resided in Delhi, had connections to Jaipur as well. Investigators uncovered that he played a significant role in radicalizing several individuals in India, and efforts are ongoing to identify and locate those he influenced.
Investigation and Arrest
His arrest followed an extensive investigation initiated in September 2024, prompted by intelligence inputs indicating that multiple Indian mobile numbers were being used for espionage activities in Pakistan. This lead positioned Qasim as a primary suspect.
Initially, he was detained by Rajasthan police on May 23, after which several central agencies interrogated him. Following continuous questioning, he was handed over to the Special Cell of the Delhi Police. A case has been registered under relevant legal provisions, and Qasim has been remanded to police custody for further questioning.
Family Ties to Pakistan
Officials noted that Qasim's aunt resides in Pakistan, which may have facilitated his travels. His brother, who is allegedly linked to the ISI, is currently at large.
The Delhi Police have classified the case as extremely serious, warning that the information Qasim was sharing could pose a direct threat to national security. As the investigation progresses, further arrests are anticipated.