Delhi Police on Wednesday confirmed the arrest of a man accused of spying for Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The 34-year-old suspect, Qasim, was detained in Rajasthan’s Mewat region. He had allegedly travelled to Pakistan on two occasions—once in August 2024 and again in March 2025, as reported by TOI.
According to officials, Qasim received espionage training in Lahore and was tasked with collecting sensitive data on Indian military installations. He was placed under arrest on 29 May following interrogation.
Intelligence links and training in Lahore
Police said Qasim stayed in Pakistan for nearly 90 days across both visits. During this time, he allegedly met ISI officers and received detailed instructions on how to gather and relay strategic information.
Three ISI handlers were reportedly involved in his training at a Pakistani army base. Two of them were identified by aliases—Shah Ji and Tauji. The third was named as Waqas. Police believe the handlers were directly communicating with contacts at the Pakistan High Commission.
Delhi Police revealed that Indian SIM cards were being smuggled into Pakistan. These were later used by Pakistani Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) to engage with contacts in India via WhatsApp.
“Based on source inputs, investigators discovered that Indian mobile numbers were being used by PIOs for espionage activities in India. The SIM cards were allegedly being sent to Pakistan by some Indians. The PIOs were using WhatsApp to communicate with Indians, extracting sensitive information about Army installations and government offices,” said Additional CP (Special Cell) Pramod Kushwaha.
Qasim was reportedly involved in coordinating these exchanges.
From cleric to covert operative
Qasim, an Islamic cleric by profession, had lived in Delhi before relocating to Rajasthan’s Dhing district. He was known to have connections in Jaipur and was suspected of radicalising individuals across regions. Investigators are currently trying to identify those who may have been influenced by him.
A senior officer added that the arrest was part of a broader counter-espionage effort that began in September 2024. Intelligence reports had earlier flagged Indian mobile numbers being used from across the border.
Two more suspects missing
Delhi Police believe Qasim was not working alone. Two accomplices are currently absconding. One of them, identified as Haseen, is believed to have passed on sensitive details about army vehicle movement and military stations, particularly in Alwar.
Sources say the group had been actively collecting data on military infrastructure in Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan. They allegedly clicked pictures and tracked troop movements near key installations.
Officials said Qasim’s family links to Pakistan might have played a role in his recruitment. His aunt resides there, and his brother—also reportedly linked to ISI—is on the run.
The case is being treated as a serious breach. “The nature of the information shared posed a direct threat to national security,” an officer said.
Qasim was first held by Rajasthan Police on 23 May before being handed over to Delhi Police following joint interrogation by central agencies. He is currently in police custody. Further arrests are expected as the probe widens.
According to officials, Qasim received espionage training in Lahore and was tasked with collecting sensitive data on Indian military installations. He was placed under arrest on 29 May following interrogation.
Intelligence links and training in Lahore
Police said Qasim stayed in Pakistan for nearly 90 days across both visits. During this time, he allegedly met ISI officers and received detailed instructions on how to gather and relay strategic information.
Three ISI handlers were reportedly involved in his training at a Pakistani army base. Two of them were identified by aliases—Shah Ji and Tauji. The third was named as Waqas. Police believe the handlers were directly communicating with contacts at the Pakistan High Commission.
Delhi Police revealed that Indian SIM cards were being smuggled into Pakistan. These were later used by Pakistani Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) to engage with contacts in India via WhatsApp.
“Based on source inputs, investigators discovered that Indian mobile numbers were being used by PIOs for espionage activities in India. The SIM cards were allegedly being sent to Pakistan by some Indians. The PIOs were using WhatsApp to communicate with Indians, extracting sensitive information about Army installations and government offices,” said Additional CP (Special Cell) Pramod Kushwaha.
Qasim was reportedly involved in coordinating these exchanges.
From cleric to covert operative
Qasim, an Islamic cleric by profession, had lived in Delhi before relocating to Rajasthan’s Dhing district. He was known to have connections in Jaipur and was suspected of radicalising individuals across regions. Investigators are currently trying to identify those who may have been influenced by him.
A senior officer added that the arrest was part of a broader counter-espionage effort that began in September 2024. Intelligence reports had earlier flagged Indian mobile numbers being used from across the border.
Two more suspects missing
Delhi Police believe Qasim was not working alone. Two accomplices are currently absconding. One of them, identified as Haseen, is believed to have passed on sensitive details about army vehicle movement and military stations, particularly in Alwar.
Sources say the group had been actively collecting data on military infrastructure in Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan. They allegedly clicked pictures and tracked troop movements near key installations.
Officials said Qasim’s family links to Pakistan might have played a role in his recruitment. His aunt resides there, and his brother—also reportedly linked to ISI—is on the run.
The case is being treated as a serious breach. “The nature of the information shared posed a direct threat to national security,” an officer said.
Qasim was first held by Rajasthan Police on 23 May before being handed over to Delhi Police following joint interrogation by central agencies. He is currently in police custody. Further arrests are expected as the probe widens.
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