NIA Charges 22nd Accused in Terror-Gangster Nexus Probe

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has advanced its investigation into the 2022 Lawrence Bishnoi gang and Babbar Khalsa International terror-gangster nexus case, marking an important development with the chargesheeting of the 22nd accused.

This marks the fifth chargesheet filed by the NIA before a special court in the national capital. Rahul Sarkar stands accused of facilitating the Lawrence Bishnoi gang in carrying out terror activities across India.

The NIA alleges that Sarkar assisted gang members in fleeing the country by preparing forged identity documents, including Aadhar Cards, Voter IDs, and bank passbooks, which were then used to obtain fraudulent passports and further terror operations. The investigation is ongoing into the syndicate formed between the Bishnoi gang and Babbar Khalsa International to perpetuate terrorism in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)