Ayodhya: In a swift and coordinated operation, Indian security forces have successfully thwarted a major conspiracy to attack the Ram temple in Ayodhya. A joint effort by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and the Faridabad Special Task Force (STF) led to the arrest of 19-year-old Abdul Rehman, a resident of Faizabad in Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday night.
Rehman, who had been under surveillance for some time, was apprehended in Faridabad, Haryana, while preparing to execute the planned terrorist attack. During his arrest, two hand grenades were recovered from him. The grenades, which lacked any identifiable markings from any country or manufacturer, were immediately defused by security teams.
ISI Links and Detailed Reconnaissance
Investigations revealed that Abdul Rehman had been in contact with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), which allegedly orchestrated the attack. Rehman had previously conducted multiple reconnaissance missions around the Ram temple, gathering critical information on the temple’s security arrangements, routes, and surveillance points. This data was reportedly sent to the ISI, which planned to carry out the attack using the grenades.
Sources revealed that Rehman, who operated a mutton shop in Faizabad and also drove an auto-rickshaw as part of his cover, had deep ties with radical Islamic groups and was a key figure in the conspiracy. He was reportedly preparing to meet his ISI handler in Faridabad to collect the grenades before traveling to Ayodhya by train to carry out the attack.
Timely Intervention by Security Agencies
Acting on intelligence from central security agencies, the Faridabad STF and Gujarat ATS managed to track Rehman’s movements and apprehend him before he could carry out the attack. The two hand grenades were found hidden in an abandoned house near Pali village, located about 12 kilometers from Faridabad. Following their recovery, the explosives were safely defused.
Rehman was later produced in a local court and remanded to police custody for 10 days. Further investigations are underway, with the ATS intensifying its probe to uncover any other individuals or terror cells involved in the plot.
Increased Security Across Religious Sites
In the wake of this foiled attack, security has been heightened at sensitive religious sites across India, including Ayodhya, to prevent any potential future threats. Sources confirmed that central agencies are continuing their interrogation of Rehman, focusing on his connections with other terrorist operatives and possible local accomplices.
Authorities have reiterated their commitment to preventing such attacks and ensuring the safety of religious sites across the country. The agencies have made it clear that the terrorists’ plans will not succeed, and they will take all necessary steps to protect India’s citizens from terror threats.
The operation also signals a growing vigilance against cross-border terrorism, as intelligence agencies continue to track and dismantle terror networks that threaten national security.
