Pakistan-Backed JeM Plots New Strike As Red Fort Blast Probe Deepens
Fresh intelligence inputs have revealed an alarming escalation in Pakistan-backed terror operations as investigators trace crucial digital clues linked to the Red fort blast. The probe suggests Jaish-e-Mohammed is not only rebuilding its terror network but is also preparing a new ‘fidayeen’ suicide squad aimed at launching another strike against India. The findings highlight how the group is mobilising funds, manpower, and digital assets, marking a dangerous new phase of cross-border terror planning connected to the Red fort blast.
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Sources: JeM rapidly raising funds, funds raised to prepare suicide squad
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Digital Funding Trail Points to SadaPay and Women-Led Network
Sources told NDTV that investigators unearthed evidence of Jaish leaders calling for donations through digital payment channels, including Pakistan’s SadaPay app. The terror outfit reportedly urged supporters to fund winter kits for fighters, promising that donors would “be considered jihadis” themselves. Each kit costs around PKR 20,000 (approximately INR 6,400), covering tents, mattresses, socks, and other essentials.
Even more concerning is the possibility of a women-led attack cell. JeM’s women’s wing — overseen by Masood Azhar’s sister Sadiya — may be playing an active role in the financing and planning. One of the key suspects in the Red fort blast, Dr Shahina Saeed (codename “Madam Surgeon”), is believed to be part of this unit, known as Jamat ul-Muminat. Her involvement has intensified scrutiny on how deep the digital network extends beyond borders.
‘Terror Doctor’ Cell and JeM-Lashkar Collaboration
Investigators are separately probing a 10-member ‘terror doctor’ module suspected to have executed the Red Fort bombing. The attack, which killed 15 people, was carried out using an explosive-laden Hyundai i20 driven by Dr Umar Mohammad, who died in the blast. A disturbing self-shot video of him later surfaced online where he attempted to justify suicide bombing.
This comes as intelligence reports warn of a coordinated wave of attacks planned jointly by Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. Both groups enjoy support from Pakistan’s military establishment and have escalated activity in Jammu & Kashmir in recent months. Their distinct indoctrination patterns, leadership styles, and operational structures are now under renewed analysis, especially after the Red fort blast exposed the evolving threat landscape.
FAQs
Q1. What new findings have emerged from the Red fort blast investigation?
Investigators uncovered a digital funding network linked to JeM, along with clues of a new suicide squad forming in Pakistan.
Q2. Was a women-led terror module involved in the Red fort blast?
Yes, sources suggest members of JeM’s women’s wing, including Dr Shahina Saeed, may have played a key role.
Q3. How was Jaish-e-Mohammed funding its fighters?
Through digital platforms like SadaPay, where supporters were asked to donate winter kits for militants.
Q4. Are Jaish and Lashkar planning coordinated attacks?
Intelligence inputs indicate both groups are preparing for a new wave of strikes in J&K.
