Major Security Threat Averted in Mohali
The State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) in SAS Nagar announced on Tuesday that they successfully prevented a major security incident with the arrest of a habitual criminal found in possession of an illegal weapon. The operation led to the uncovering of disturbing connections to overseas handlers based in Canada.
The accused, identified as Harmeet, alias Meeta, originally from Haat village in Safidon, Haryana, was apprehended from his current residence in Kandala village, Phase 11, Mohali. The arrest followed what authorities described as reliable secret information about his illegal activities.
Swift Operation Leads to Arrest and Recovery
Acting promptly on the intelligence received, SSOC teams launched a targeted raid in the Mataur area of Mohali on November 25, 2025. The operation resulted in the successful capture of the suspect and the recovery of significant evidence.
During the raid, police confiscated:
- A .32 bore pistol
- Five live cartridges
- A black Verna car allegedly used by the accused for criminal purposes
Following standard procedure, the SSOC registered a formal case under sections 25(1) and 25(7) of the Arms Act along with Section 61(2) of the BNS at their SAS Nagar police station.
Criminal History and International Connections Revealed
Initial police interrogation uncovered that Harmeet is no ordinary criminal but a habitual offender with an extensive record of serious crimes. His criminal history includes multiple cases across different jurisdictions:
- Dacoity cases in Bathinda
- Arms Act violations in Barnala
- NDPS Act cases in Rohtak, Haryana
More significantly, the investigation revealed that Harmeet confessed to involvement in illegal weapons smuggling, sourcing his arms through contacts in Madhya Pradesh.
The most alarming discovery emerged during questioning when Harmeet disclosed regular communication with individuals based abroad, particularly highlighting his connection with Canada-based Prabhjot Singh Natt, also known as Prabh Sialka from Batala.
Authorities expressed serious concerns that Prabhjot Singh Natt appears to be operating under the influence of anti-national handlers based outside India. The international dimension of the case has raised security concerns among investigating agencies.
Foreign Funding and Ongoing Investigation
In a development that adds complexity to the case, Harmeet admitted that foreign funds were regularly transferred into his bank accounts by Prabh Sialka. These financial transactions were specifically intended to facilitate various unlawful activities within India.
Police financial investigation units have begun analyzing the money trail to identify both forward and backward linkages within this criminal network. The discovery of international funding for domestic criminal operations has become a primary focus of the ongoing probe.
The accused is scheduled to be produced before the Mohali district court where police authorities will seek remand for further interrogation. Investigators believe that additional crucial information about the broader criminal and anti-national network remains to be uncovered.
Punjab Police officials confirmed that the investigation continues to expand as they work to identify other associates linked to this dangerous network. The case represents a significant breakthrough in understanding how international elements might be supporting criminal activities within the country.
