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NIA Raids 9 Kerala Locations in PFI Jihadi Conspiracy Case

The National Investigation Agency conducted searches at nine places across Kerala in connection with a 2022 case against the banned Popular Front of India. The case involves a criminal conspiracy to spread violent jihad with the alleged aim of dismembering India and establishing Islamic rule by 2047. The NIA seized digital devices and documents during the operation, which it says are linked to the PFI and its affiliate organizations. Investigations reveal the PFI had established specialized wings, including 'Hit Teams,' for arms training and targeting individuals as part of its agenda.

Key Points: NIA Raids Kerala in PFI Jihadi Conspiracy Case

  • Raids at 9 Kerala locations
  • Seizure of digital devices & documents
  • 2022 jihadi conspiracy case
  • Aim to establish Islamic Rule by 2047
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NIA raids nine places in Kerala in PFI jihadi case

NIA conducts raids at 9 locations in Kerala, seizing evidence in the 2022 PFI case involving a conspiracy to spread violent jihad.

"The outfit was engaged in actively training such youth in handling of weapons - NIA statement"

New Delhi, January 28

The National Investigation Agency on Wednesday searched nine places across Kerala in the 2022 case of jihadi criminal conspiracy and acts of the proscribed unlawful association Popular Front of India.

During the operation, the anti-terror agency seized digital devices and documents, along with other incriminating materials linked to the PFI and its associate and affiliate organisations.

The case registered by the NIA in September 2022 relates to PFI's criminal conspiracy and acts to spread the idea of violent jihad in India with the aim of dismembering and taking over the country by establishing Islamic Rule by 2047.

As per NIA investigations, PFI leaders and cadres had conspired to create a communal divide among the people through the radicalisation of impressionable youth.

"The outfit was engaged in actively training such youth in handling of weapons, and was also raising funds for carrying out acts of terror and violence as part of its anti-India conspiracy," said the agency in a statement.

"Investigations in the case have further revealed that PFI had established various Wings and Units, such as 'Reporters Wing', 'Physical and Arms Training Wing' and 'Service Teams or Hit Teams', to promote its nefarious agenda. The terrorist outfit was using its various campuses, facilities and infrastructure to impart arms training to selected cadres in the guise of Physical Education, Yoga Training etc. The Hit Teams were being trained for the elimination of 'targets'."

- ANI

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Priya S
This is very disturbing. Using yoga and physical education as a cover for arms training? How do they even think of such things? Hope the investigation is thorough and fair.
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Aman W
As a citizen, I fully support our agencies. But we must also ensure innocent people are not harassed. The process must be transparent.
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Rohit P
The aim of "dismembering India" and "Islamic Rule by 2047" sends chills down the spine. We have to protect our unity and secular fabric at all costs. Jai Hind.
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Kavya N
It's heartbreaking to see young minds being poisoned. Parents and communities need to be more vigilant. Education and opportunities are the real solutions to stop radicalization.
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Michael C
Following this from abroad. India's fight against terrorism is crucial not just for the region but globally. Hope the evidence is solid and leads to convictions.

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