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Punjab Police Busts ISI-Linked Spy Ring Monitoring Army Movements Via Chinese CCTVs

Punjab Police's Counter-Intelligence, Jalandhar, has busted an ISI-backed spy ring involved in monitoring Army movements along the border. The ring used Chinese-made solar-powered CCTV cameras to transmit live footage to handlers in Pakistan via mobile applications. Key operative Sukhwinder Singh alias Sukha has been arrested from Ferozepur, and equipment including cameras and SIM cards has been recovered. A case has been registered at the SSOC, Amritsar, and further investigations are ongoing.

Key Points: Punjab Police Busts ISI Spy Ring With Chinese CCTVs

  • Accused installed Chinese-made solar-powered CCTVs near Army sites
  • Live footage transmitted to Pakistan-based handlers via mobile apps
  • Key operative Sukhwinder Singh alias Sukha arrested from Ferozepur
  • Case registered at SSOC Amritsar under relevant BNS sections
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Live telecast of Army movements done from Pakistan, finds Jalandhar Counter-Intelligence; exposes ISI-China nexus

Punjab Police's Counter-Intelligence busts an ISI-backed spy ring in Jalandhar, recovering Chinese-made CCTV cameras used to monitor Army movements and transmit live footage to Pakistan.

"In a major breakthrough, Counter Intelligence Jalandhar has busted an ISI-backed espionage ring, apprehended key operative Sukhwinder Singh alias Sukha from Ferozepur - Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav"

Jalandhar, April 30

The Punjab Police's Counter-Intelligence, Jalandhar, achieved a major breakthrough by uncovering tactics used by elements to monitor Army movements along the frontier, as it busted a spy ring involved in installing CCTV cameras in sensitive areas.

The investigation has revealed startling details: live footage from CCTV cameras installed in border regions was being monitored by handlers based in Pakistan through mobile applications.

Authorities have recovered CCTV cameras, solar panels, and SIM cards, and have arrested one accused in connection with the case. Significantly, the seized CCTV cameras and related equipment are of Chinese manufacture.

This development deals a major blow to organised espionage activities amid the ongoing campaign launched under the directives of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to make Punjab a crime-free state.

Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav said: "In a major breakthrough, Counter Intelligence Jalandhar has busted an ISI-backed espionage ring, apprehended key operative Sukhwinder Singh alias Sukha from Ferozepur, and recovered China-made solar-powered CCTV equipment with 4G connectivity from Kapurthala."

"Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused, along with his associates, had been installing these solar-powered CCTV cameras at multiple locations to monitor sensitive sites, including establishments linked to the Army, and transmitting live footage to Pakistan-based handlers through mobile applications."

"An FIR has been registered at the State Special Operations Cell (SSOC), Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to trace forward and backward linkages and identify other members of the module. Punjab Police remains firmly committed to dismantling espionage networks and ensuring peace and public safety across the state," he added.

The DGP further noted that the accused not only installed the CCTV systems but also enabled real-time remote access for handlers across the border through mobile applications. Interrogations are ongoing to determine how the accused established cross-border links and to identify others involved in the espionage network. He added that a case has been registered at the SSOC, Amritsar, under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

- IANS

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Aditi M
The fact that China-made equipment was used raises serious questions about our trade relations with them. How are these devices entering India so easily? We need stricter border controls and better monitoring of electronic imports. The CM's campaign against crime is good, but this shows how deep the problem goes. 😤
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Ravi K
I remember when similar spy cases were busted in Ferozepur and Amritsar in the past. The ISI keeps finding new ways to breach our security. This time with solar-powered cameras and 4G connectivity - it shows how technology is being misused. The police need to be more proactive. We should also educate locals about reporting suspicious activities.
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Kavya N
One accused arrested and the rest are still out there? This is worrying. The police must track the whole network - who supplied the cameras, who installed them, and who is monitoring the footage. The mention of real-time remote access means our Army's live movements were being watched from Pakistan. That is a serious national security threat. 😠
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Arjun K
Good job by Punjab Police and CM Mann's administration for taking this seriously. But this is not just Punjab's problem - it's a national security issue. The central government should step in to coordinate with all border states. Also, why are these Chinese cameras still being sold in India? We need to ban such products from sensitive areas immediately.
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Naveen S
The recovery of solar panels and SIM cards shows how sophisticated this operation was. People like Sukhwinder Singh who betray their own country for money should face the harshest punishment. But I also think

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