Authorities have dismantled a significant terror financing network originating from Haryana, leading to the arrest of a lawyer accused of spying for Pakistan’s ISI. The suspect, Rizwan, from Nuh district, allegedly utilized hawala operators to move close to Rs 45 lakh, primarily destined for bolstering terror activities. His repeated visits to Punjab, totaling five in the past three months, were reportedly to manage these clandestine financial transfers.
Investigators have pieced together a disturbing financial pipeline with suspected roots in Pathankot, Punjab. Sources indicate that hawala traders may have moved upwards of Rs 1 crore in a short period, with a substantial portion allegedly earmarked for terror-related endeavors. The organized nature of these transactions suggests a multi-locational management system overseen by the ISI.
The SIT’s efforts have resulted in arrests beyond Nuh. Ajay Arora, apprehended in Jalandhar, is accused of acting as a conduit, sending funds to Rizwan via hawala. Subsequently, three individuals from Amritsar, identified as Sandeep Singh, Amandeep, and Jaskaran, were taken into custody. They are cooperating with the SIT on an eight-day remand as investigators delve deeper into their roles and connections.
Further complicating the investigation, Rizwan holds a bank account at Punjab National Bank in Tauru. While the bank manager confirmed cooperation with law enforcement, specific account details remain confidential. The SIT is diligently cross-referencing financial records with suspect movements, aiming to map the complete illegal money flow and identify all individuals involved in this grave national security threat.