Hafiz Saeed Gets 4X Security After Pahalgam Terror Attack; Pakistan Army Deployed
In the wake of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir that left 26 civilians dead, Pakistan has sharply escalated the security cover for Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder and global terrorist Hafiz Saeed, sources told India Today TV. Saeed, believed by Indian intelligence agencies to be the mastermind behind the April 22 attack, is now under unprecedented protection involving the Pakistan Army, Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), and Lashkar operatives.
Security around Saeed’s residence in Lahore’s Johar Town has reportedly increased nearly fourfold. Armed personnel from the Pakistan Armed Forces are stationed around the clock at the site, which lies in a densely populated civilian neighborhood. The area has been transformed into a high-security zone, with no civilian movement allowed within a 4-kilometre radius of Saeed’s compound.
Advanced surveillance infrastructure has also been installed. High-resolution CCTV cameras cover all entry and exit routes, while drone surveillance constantly monitors the airspace above and around the property. Drones not operated by security forces have been banned in the area entirely.
Sources say the heightened security measures were put in place within hours of the Pahalgam attack, which was claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of LeT. Though TRF took public responsibility, Indian intelligence believes Hafiz Saeed was centrally involved in planning and directing the strike.
The development comes amid fresh diplomatic tension between India and Pakistan, with New Delhi accusing Islamabad of continuing to shelter internationally designated terrorists. Saeed, who is on the United Nations Security Council terror list and carries a $10 million bounty from the U.S., remains active in Pakistan despite being officially convicted on terror-financing charges.
India Today has obtained exclusive satellite images and video footage of Saeed’s fortified compound in Lahore. The footage reveals three key structures: his main residence, a mosque and madrasa complex reportedly used for operational planning, and a newly built private park. These visuals contradict Pakistani claims that Saeed is in prison. In fact, sources say the ISI has designated the residence as a “sub-jail,” allowing Saeed to live comfortably with minimal restrictions while technically remaining in custody.
This isn’t the first time security around Saeed has been intensified. In 2021, a car bomb detonated near his house, killing three people. His protection was again reinforced last month after the targeted killing of his close aide, Abu Qatal, prompting another comprehensive review of his security arrangements.
The new measures underscore how crucial Saeed remains to Pakistan’s shadowy terror infrastructure—even as international scrutiny over his activities continues to mount.
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