Hafiz Plotting Attacks on India Via Bangladesh, Intel Warns
Indian security agencies have received fresh intelligence suggesting that terrorist operatives under the leadership of Hafiz Saeed, the Pakistan-based chief of Lashkar‑e‑Taiba (LeT), are planning to use Bangladesh as a launchpad for attacks into India. The alert indicates a strategic shift to exploit India’s eastern frontier and neighboring border vulnerabilities.
Details of the Threat
The intelligence points to LeT’s expanding operational focus toward the Bangladesh-India border region. A purported video recording includes a voice identified as LeT associate Saifullah Saif stating that Saeed’s next move will involve staging attacks through Bangladesh. Indian authorities reportedly have heightened surveillance in the area and are coordinating with border forces to intervene early.
Implications and Response
The development has triggered concern among Indian security officials who see this as a widening of the cross-border terror threat beyond traditional western sectors. While Bangladesh has not publicly commented on the plot, analysts say this network underscores the importance of joint regional vigilance, intelligence sharing and tighter border management. Officials stress that until concrete arrests or disruptions are reported, the threat remains a warning that must be addressed proactively.
