Security officials have revealed shocking details about the foiled Delhi blast plot, indicating the terrorist attack was originally scheduled for December 6 to coincide with the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition.
The Unraveled Terror Plot
According to official sources, the mastermind behind the planned attack, Umar Nabi, had strategically chosen December 6 for executing the blast in Delhi. This date holds significant historical importance as it marks the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition, suggesting the attackers aimed to create maximum communal tension and media attention.
The carefully orchestrated plan began to collapse when authorities arrested Dr Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie, who also went by the alias Musaib. The arrest proved to be a crucial breakthrough in dismantling the entire terror network.
Key Arrest and Ammonium Nitrate Recovery
Dr Ganaie, who taught at Faridabad's Al Falah University, became the central figure in the investigation after authorities made a startling discovery from his room. Security forces recovered a massive 360 kg of ammonium nitrate, the same chemical compound frequently used in major terrorist attacks worldwide.
The substantial quantity of explosives found in the university teacher's possession indicated the scale of destruction the terrorists had planned for the national capital. The timing of the planned attack, combined with the large cache of explosives, suggests the perpetrators intended to cause widespread damage and chaos.
Investigation Progress and Security Implications
The arrest of Dr Ganaie and the subsequent revelations about the December 6 plot have raised serious concerns about terror networks operating within educational institutions. The involvement of a university teacher in such a significant terror plot has prompted security agencies to intensify background checks of academic staff across sensitive institutions.
Security officials continue to investigate the broader network connected to Umar Nabi and Dr Ganaie, looking into possible international connections and funding sources. The foiling of this major attack has been hailed as a significant success for Indian intelligence agencies, though it has also highlighted the persistent threat of terrorism facing the country.
Authorities have increased security measures across Delhi and other sensitive locations following these revelations, with particular attention being paid to the upcoming December anniversary dates.
