In a decisive operation by Assam’s Special Task Force (STF), two members of the Bangladesh-based Ansarullah Bangla Team (ABT) were arrested, preventing a potential terror attack in the region. The ABT is an Islamist militant group with links to Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), and it has been involved in several activities aimed at carrying out extremist violence across the region.
The arrested operatives were allegedly in the process of executing a terror plot when they were captured by the STF. During the investigation, the police discovered a cache of explosive materials and weapons, further confirming the group’s intentions. These arrests have dealt a significant blow to ABT’s network in Assam, with intelligence officials stating that the group’s activities have been actively monitored for months.
The operation reflects Assam Police’s commitment to safeguarding national security and their proactive approach to counter-terrorism. Officials noted that the STF acted on intelligence gathered through surveillance and coordinated efforts with national security agencies. This arrest follows several similar operations aimed at dismantling terror cells linked to international jihadist groups.
This successful intervention by Assam Police underscores the importance of coordinated intelligence and law enforcement in preventing potential terrorist activities in the region. Assam’s security forces continue to remain vigilant as part of ongoing efforts to curb extremist threats.