NIA Files Charge Sheet in Andhra Pradesh Explosives Recovery Case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has formally charge-sheeted a key accused in a significant 2025 case involving the recovery of explosives from a residence in Andhra Pradesh. The charge sheet was filed before the NIA special court in Vijayawada, marking a critical step in the legal proceedings.
Accused Faces Multiple Serious Charges
The accused, identified as Shaik Amanulla, also known as Abubakar Siddique, has been charged under various sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Explosive Substances Act of 1908, and the Arms Act. This comprehensive legal action underscores the severity of the allegations against him.
Investigations by the NIA revealed that Abubakar Siddique had been living in Rayachoty town, located in Annamayya district, using forged documents under the assumed name of Shaik Amanulla. This false identity was adopted after he absconded from Tamil Nadu in 1999, where he was involved in another criminal case. In fact, he was wanted in Tamil Nadu in connection with 14 separate cases, highlighting a long history of alleged criminal activities.
Arrest and Investigation Timeline
Initially, Tamil Nadu police arrested him on July 1, 2025, after identifying him as the absconding Abubakar Siddique. Subsequently, in August 2025, Andhra Pradesh police placed him under arrest in the case involving the seizure of explosives. The NIA later took over the investigation and re-registered the case, intensifying the probe into his activities.
During its investigation, the NIA found that the accused was in possession of illegal explosive substances and prohibited arms. These items were allegedly intended for use in carrying out terror acts. The agency further discovered that he was actively preparing for such acts, engaging in the selection of targets at the time of his arrest.
Alleged Involvement in Radicalization and Recruitment
In addition to planning terror activities, the accused was reportedly involved in the radicalization and recruitment of gullible youth. He was also providing training in the preparation of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), indicating a systematic effort to build a network for potential attacks.
History of Criminal Cases in Tamil Nadu
The cases in which he was accused in Tamil Nadu span several decades and include serious offenses such as:
- Sending parcel bombs in 1995
- Planting bombs at five locations across three cities in 1999
- Illegally carrying explosives on a train in 1999
- Harboring absconders involved in various terror acts over a 30-year period
- Planting a bomb during the rath yatra of a prominent leader in 2011
- The brutal killings of several political leaders between 2012 and 2013
This extensive criminal record underscores the gravity of the current charges and the ongoing threat he allegedly posed.
Further investigation in the case continues as authorities work to uncover all details related to his activities and potential connections. The NIA's charge sheet represents a significant move in addressing national security concerns and ensuring justice in this high-profile case.
