Maulana detained in Amreli over suspected Pakistan links

A Maulana from Amreli district has been brought to Ahmedabad for asking after officers discovered suspected connections to Pakistan during a routine probe.

WhatsApp Groups Tied to Pakistan and Afghanistan Found on Phone; National Security Angle Under Review

A Maulana from Amreli district, Mohammad Fazal Abdul Aziz Sheikh, has been detained and brought to Ahmedabad for questioning after authorities discovered suspicious WhatsApp groups with links to Pakistan and Afghanistan on his mobile phone.

The arrest, made by the Amreli Special Operations Group (SOG), occurred during a routine investigation. The case has since taken a more serious turn, with the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) expected to step in due to possible national security implications.

Suspicious Activity and Missing Documentation

The Maulana, associated with a madrasa in the Himkhimdipara area of Amreli, claimed to reside in Ahmedabad’s Juhapura area, but failed to produce valid documents to verify his permanent address. Investigators are now trying to establish the length of his stay, the purpose of his visit, and individuals who may have met him during that time.

The discovery of two WhatsApp groups named “Pakistan” and “Afghanistan” on his device raised red flags. Although officials have not yet found direct evidence of criminal activity, the nature of these groups has prompted a deeper investigation.

Complaint Filed, Case Open

A formal complaint has been registered at Dhari police station, and digital forensic experts are now examining the Maulana’s phone for any communication with foreign contacts. Officials stress that while the findings are not conclusive at this stage, the national security angle cannot be ignored.

Further developments are expected as questioning continues and investigators work to determine whether the case involves a broader network or remains isolated.