New Delhi, February 22, 2026 : A specialized unit of the Delhi Police has apprehended six individuals accused of disseminating extremist content across various digital platforms. The operation, which involved technical surveillance and field intelligence, uncovered a network allegedly sharing material that endorsed banned organizations based in Pakistan. Authorities initiated the arrests after identifying a surge in provocative posts intended to incite unrest and radicalize vulnerable viewers through social media channels.
The suspects were traced to multiple locations, including the southern district of Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, through a joint effort with local enforcement agencies. Investigators reported that the group used fraudulent identification documents and multiple mobile devices to mask their digital footprint while operating from within the textile industry. During the raids, officials seized over a dozen mobile phones and numerous SIM cards, which are undergoing forensic examination to trace further links to overseas handlers.
Initial questioning revealed that the accused were active in encrypted groups where they shared instructional and propaganda videos. The content allegedly glorified militant activities and promoted ideological justification for cross-border violence. Authorities believe the network aimed to build a digital infrastructure for recruitment and the spread of separatist sentiments.
Legal proceedings have been initiated under relevant sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and the Information Technology Act. The suspects have been transported to the capital for further interrogation as the investigation seeks to uncover the full extent of their logistics and financial support. Security measures in Delhi remain heightened as officials continue to monitor online spaces for similar disruptive activities that threaten communal harmony.
