Rajasthan Man Arrested For Alleged Pakistan Spy
A Rajasthan CID (Intelligence) unit has arrested Hanif Khan from Jaisalmer, accusing him of spying for Pakistan’s ISI. He is the fourth person arrested in this district this year on similar charges.
Allegations Against The Accused
Khan is alleged to have passed confidential military information—such as troop movement and installation details—to Pakistani handlers in exchange for money. Authorities say he was lured into espionage through financial incentives.
Investigation And Charges
CID officials have been monitoring espionage activity in border regions and say Khan was under surveillance for his communications with ISI contacts. He has been booked under the Official Secrets Act, 1923. A technical analysis of his phone and interrogation are ongoing.
Regional Context
Jaisalmer district has seen multiple arrests this year of individuals accused of spying. The area’s proximity to the India–Pakistan border makes it strategically sensitive. Security agencies are intensifying monitoring of potential espionage routes.
