“Action Underway Against Jihadist Network in Assam”: CM Sarma

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the security forces are in action to trap jihadis who have been hiding across the state.

Speaking to media persons on Tuesday, CM Sarma said that the protection of Assam from jihadist modules has been the first priority of the state government till the geo-political situation improves.

CM Sarma said, “Jihadis are still residing in Assam. We have been getting proofs about their existence in our state in last 10 years. Several suspects are hiding. The protection of Assam from these threats has always been a serious issue till the geo-political situation does not improve.”

The module, reportedly linked to the banned Jamaat‑ul‑Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), had been actively radicalising youths in the state.

Extremists are said to have used encrypted platforms, including “Purba Akash”, to recruit, indoctrinate and fund terror activities.

Investigations by Assam Police revealed cross border links involving handlers from Bangladesh and local operatives. Swift raids conducted by the State Task Force (STF) and Assam Police across multiple districts, including Tripura, have led to several arrests, averting a potentially serious security threat. Ten accused were apprehended from various districts of Assam, while one was arrested from West Tripura following a parallel operation in Agartala.

In a post on ‘X’, CM Sarma said, “Just a few days ago, police in Assam uncovered a jihadist module. Several jihadists are hiding in the state, and action is underway against them.”

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