Terrorist Harpreet Singh Arrested in US
Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Apr 18, 2025 · Last updated Apr 19, 2025
The arrest of Harpreet Singh, a key figure in terror attacks in India, is a positive development for market stability in the affected regions, as it reduces the immediate threat of further attacks. It also highlights the importance of international cooperation in combating terrorism, which can foster a more secure global environment for business and investment.
Harpreet Singh, also known as Happy Passia, a gangster-turned-terrorist wanted for numerous terror attacks in India — Punjab, India, was arrested by the United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and US United States — United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) in Sacramento, United States. Harpreet Singh is linked to the banned Babbar Khalsa (BKI) and Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). He had entered the United States illegally and used burner phones to evade capture. The India — National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India had issued a reward for his capture and had chargesheeted him along with Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Singh Sandhu alias Rinda for orchestrating the 2024 Chandigarh grenade attack and other terror incidents. Harpreet Singh is accused of plotting at least 16 terror attacks, including 14 grenade blasts, in Punjab. His arrest is considered a significant success for Indian security agencies and underscores the importance of international cooperation in counterterrorism efforts.
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