Major Terror Plot Uncovered in Delhi; ISI Proxy Operatives Arrested
Delhi Police Special Cell uncovered a conspiracy to carry out shootings, grenade attacks, and murders in Delhi-NCR. Two men, Rajveer (21) and Vivek Banjara (19) from Gwalior, were arrested for acting at the behest of Pakistan-based ISI proxy Shehzad Bhatti. The case was registered on March 31, and arrests followed on April 16 and 18, with weapons and devices seized.
Why It Matters
The incident underscores cross-border terrorism concerns and the role of ISI proxies in facilitating violent plots; ongoing police investigations aim to identify other associates.
Timeline
9 Events
April 21, 2026 – Investigation into other network members ongoing
The Delhi Police said the investigation into the entire network is ongoing to identify other individuals involved.
April 18, 2026 – Rajveer arrested in Delhi; weapons recovered; phones seized
Rajveer was arrested in the Sarai Kale Khan area of Delhi. A pistol and six live cartridges were recovered, and the cell phones of both men were seized, containing incriminating videos and voice notes exposing the network. Police said Rajveer was preparing to target a major hotel in Delhi-NCR and was receiving instructions from Pakistan.
April 16, 2026 – Vivek Banjara arrested in Gwalior
Vivek Banjara was arrested in the Dabra area of Gwalior in connection with the conspiracy.
April 11, 2026 – Concealment and transmission of weapon location
Following the failed attempt, Rajveer concealed the weapon along the route and transmitted its location to his Pakistani handlers.
April 11, 2026 – Attempt to carry out shooting; pistol malfunctioned
Rajveer attempted to carry out the shooting, but the pistol malfunctioned. Vivek recorded a video of the incident for their Pakistan-based handlers.
April 9, 2026 – Travel to Amritsar; weapons provided
Rajveer and Vivek travelled to Amritsar, where they were provided with a pistol, around 20 cartridges, and Rs 20,000 in cash. They were instructed to open fire at a club in Zirakpur, Punjab.
April 2026 – Rajveer goes to Faridkot; supplied with another pistol
After spending a few days in Delhi, Rajveer went to Faridkot, where he was supplied with another pistol and six cartridges before returning to Delhi with the plan to target a major hotel.
March 31, 2026 – Case registered and investigation launched
Delhi Police Special Cell registered a case based on intelligence inputs that Shehzad Bhatti and his associates were conspiring to carry out shootings, grenade attacks, and murders in Delhi-NCR; investigation launched. The two accused named in reporting are Rajveer (21) and Vivek Banjara (19) from Gwalior.
March 2026 – Bhatti instructed Rajveer to procure weapons; recruitment details
In March, Bhatti instructed Rajveer to procure weapons from Ahmedabad. Vivek Banjara was dispatched for this purpose. Police reported that Rajveer was inducted through social media by 'Rana Bhai', a close associate of Bhatti, and Rajveer recruited Vivek.