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Two held in UP's Bijnor for anti-national activities
Police in Bijnor arrested two men linked to anti-national activities tied to provocative social media content and alleged arms use. The probe traces to a November 2025 incident involving a video of Aaqib with firearms, with several others already arrested in connection. An ATS operation in Noida a day earlier and lookout notices against Aaqib and Azad are noted in the broader context.
Why It Matters
This event underscores ongoing counter-extremism efforts in Uttar Pradesh, illustrating how online content and cross-state networks are linked to potential anti-national activities.
Timeline
3 Events
Two more arrested in Bijnor; details of suspects and lookouts
April 24, 2026
Police arrested Zulfikar alias Raka and Arif Malik near a bus stand under Kiratpur police station limits. Interrogations revealed Arif formed a group of youths with criminal tendencies and connected with Aaqib via social media, and he claimed warnings were issued to delete incriminating photos and videos after recent arrests. Zulfikar said he had worked as a barber in Tamil Nadu for two years and was in touch with Aaqib through social media. Police stated Aaqib uploaded provocative content online and incited activities such as targeting communities, damaging railway property and setting vehicles on fire. Lookout notices have been issued against Aaqib and Azad (Azad currently in Saudi Arabia). The case is registered at Nangal police station under sections 152 and 61 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with the Arms Act and the Information Technology Act.
ATS arrests in Noida linked to Pakistani handling networks (day before latest Bijnor arrests)
April 23, 2026
The Anti Terrorist Squad nabbed two men in Noida for allegedly working with Pakistani handlers, including ISI-linked operatives, and planning a major disruptive act, according to senior UP police officials.
Video surfaces; case origin in Bijnor anti-national activities probe
November 23, 2025
A video surfaced on Instagram showing Aaqib displaying firearms during a live session, which was later posted on a social media profile. This incident marks the origin of the case under investigation.