A nationwide high alert has been declared following the recent blast at Delhi's Red Fort, and investigations are now uncovering a vast 'white-collar' terror network with alarming connections. In a sensational development, Dr. Shaheen Siddiqui (Shahid), a woman doctor arrested from Lucknow, has been found to have a significant Kanpur connection. Dr. Shaheen, from whom an AK-47 rifle and live cartridges were recovered, was once a lecturer at the prestigious Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial (GSVM) Medical College in Kanpur. This revelation has sent shockwaves across the country, raising serious concerns about the infiltration of 'sleeper cells' into respected professions and the evolving strategies of terror organizations.
Arrest in Lucknow and Startling Recoveries
On Monday, a joint operation by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist. Squad (ATS), Haryana Police, and central intelligence agencies led to the arrest of Dr. Shaheen Siddiqui from the Lalbagh area of Lucknow, while during her arrest, a thorough search of her Swift Dzire car's boot yielded an AK-47 rifle, multiple magazines, live cartridges, and several suspicious documents. The discovery of such sophisticated weaponry in the possession of a medical professional has deeply concerned investigators, indicating the highly organized and dangerous nature of the network. This arrest is a crucial part of a larger inter-state terror module bust, with its tentacles spread across Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana.
Unraveling a Massive Terror Network
This extensive operation has resulted in the seizure of a staggering 2,900 kilograms of explosives (suspected ammonium nitrate), along with. Materials for assembling Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), electronic circuits, timers, an AK-56 rifle, a Chinese pistol, and other deadly weapons. The sheer volume of explosives and arms points to a meticulously. Planned conspiracy to unleash widespread destruction in several major Indian cities. Specifically, 360 kilograms of explosives were recovered from a rented flat in Dhauj village, Faridabad, where Dr, while shaheen and her alleged associate, Dr. Muzammil Shakeel, had been residing for the past three months. This flat reportedly served as a clandestine hub for IED assembly and other terror-related activities. The success of this operation underscores the vigilance and coordinated efforts of India's security agencies.
The Kanpur Medical College Connection
Dr, while shaheen Siddiqui's medical career was once considered promising. She had cleared the challenging Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) examination to secure a government position. She served as a lecturer in the Medicine department at GSVM Medical College, Kanpur, imparting knowledge to aspiring medical students. Between 2009 and 2010, she was transferred to the Government Medical College in Kannauj. After a brief stint there, she returned to Kanpur but abruptly went absent without any prior notice or resignation in 2013, while despite numerous notices issued by the college administration over a prolonged period of absence, receiving no response, she was eventually dismissed from service. Her reappearance in 2025 under such grave circumstances raises critical questions about her activities during the intervening years.
Former Colleagues' Shock and ATS Investigation
News of Dr. Shaheen's arrest has sent shockwaves through the Kanpur Medical College. A former colleague, Dr. Rakesh Kumar (name changed), speaking on condition of anonymity, expressed his disbelief, stating, "Shaheen was an excellent teacher. She seemed a bit troubled after her transfer to Kannauj, but no one could have imagined she would embark on such a dangerous path. " On Tuesday morning, an ATS team visited the medical college and collected all records pertaining to Dr. Shaheen, including attendance sheets, transfer files, and other departmental documents. The ATS is now meticulously investigating her contacts, classmates, and family from her college days. The central question remains: did she fall into illegal activities after her dismissal, or were there suspicious links present even during her time at the medical college?
Links to Terror Organizations and the 'D Gang'
Police investigations have revealed that Dr. Shaheen was a close associate and alleged girlfriend of Dr. Muzammil Shakeel, who was also arrested in connection with the Faridabad terror plot, while dr. Muzammil, a resident of Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, and a lecturer at Al-Falah University in Faridabad, allegedly used Shaheen's car for transporting explosives and weapons, while authorities claim that this module was operating at the behest of Pakistan-based terror organizations, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGUH). Their primary objective was to carry out major blasts in prominent cities like Delhi and Lucknow. Shaheen is accused of handling recruitment, propaganda, and logistics supply for JeM. Intelligence agencies suspect this network to be part of a larger 'D Gang' (Doctor. Gang), which includes three doctors among the eight individuals arrested so far, including Dr. Adil Rathar (Saharanpur) and Dr. Umar Nabi (Aligarh), while this 'D Gang' is also suspected of involvement in incidents like the Delhi Red Fort blast. Dr. Shaheen has been flown to Srinagar for intensive interrogation.
Grave Implications for National Security
This case not only casts a shadow on the credibility of medical professionals but also highlights the deep penetration of 'sleeper cells' within the country. Security experts warn that the misuse of respected professions like medicine is a new and dangerous strategy employed by terror organizations, which can erode public trust. Both central and state governments are holding high-level meetings to address this grave issue, aiming to dismantle such networks from their roots and prevent future incidents, while further revelations from this ongoing investigation are expected to be crucial for national internal security.
