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Domestic arrests and conspiracy

Delhi Police Arrests Khalistani Sleeper Cells

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated Feb 05, 2026

Sentiment
-20
Attention
2
Articles
7
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

This event highlights ongoing national security concerns for India due to foreign-orchestrated attempts to destabilize public order, which could lead to increased security spending and potential short-term market jitters related to geopolitical stability. While not directly impacting financial markets, such events can influence investor confidence in the region.

Law enforcement National security
Event Summary

Two individuals, Baljinder and Rohit, linked to Canada-based Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), were arrested in Delhi for writing pro-Khalistan slogans ahead of Republic Day. The India===Delhi Police Special Cell made the arrests and registered an FIR against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for promoting enmity, prejudicing national integration, and criminal conspiracy. The entire conspiracy was allegedly orchestrated from Canada, with Gurpatwant Singh Pannun luring the accused with Rs 2 lakh. A mastermind from Tilak Nagar, who fled to Canada, was in direct contact with Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Security agencies are investigating the wider network and its foreign-based handlers, as Gurpatwant Singh Pannun had also released a video claiming his 'sleeper cells' had put up pro-Khalistan posters in Delhi.

Key Actions
100 Gurpatwant Singh Pannun orchestrated conspiracy to write pro-Khalistan slogans
95 Gurpatwant Singh Pannun issued threats to create unrest in Delhi
90 India===Delhi Police arrested two individuals linked to sleeper cells Baljinder
90 India===Delhi Police registered FIR against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun Gurpatwant Singh Pannun
80 Baljinder wrote pro-Khalistan slogans in Delhi
80 Rohit wrote pro-Khalistan slogans in Delhi
Entities Involved
per
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun is identified as the mastermind behind the pro-Khalistan slogan writing in Delhi. He allegedly orchestrated the conspiracy from Canada and lured individuals with money to carry out the acts. An FIR has been registered against him by the India===Delhi Police Special Cell for issuing threats and attempting to create unrest.
Importance 100 Sentiment -100
ngo
Sikhs for Justice
Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) is the banned organization founded by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, and its alleged sleeper cells were involved in the pro-Khalistan activities in Delhi. The organization is linked to attempts to disturb public order and national integration.
Importance 90 Sentiment -100
govactor
India===Delhi Police
The India===Delhi Police Special Cell made the arrests of Baljinder and Rohit, and registered an FIR against Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. They are actively investigating the conspiracy and searching for other associates, demonstrating their role in maintaining public order and national security.
Importance 80 Sentiment 50
cnt
India
India is the target of the pro-Khalistan activities, specifically Delhi, ahead of its Republic Day celebrations. The events are seen as attempts to endanger the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India.
Importance 70 Sentiment -10
per
Baljinder
Baljinder, an ambulance driver in Delhi, was arrested for allegedly writing pro-Khalistan slogans. He was reportedly lured with Rs 2 lakh by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun's associate to carry out the act.
Importance 70 Sentiment -80
per
Rohit
Rohit, also known as Keerath, was arrested as an associate of Baljinder for allegedly writing pro-Khalistan slogans. He was also reportedly lured with Rs 2 lakh as part of the conspiracy.
Importance 70 Sentiment -80
cnt
Canada
Canada is identified as the location from which the entire conspiracy was orchestrated, with Gurpatwant Singh Pannun and his close associate operating from there. This suggests a potential international dimension to the security concerns for India.
Importance 60 Sentiment -10
Relationships
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun related ↔ Sikhs for Justice
Baljinder related ↔ Rohit
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun related ↔ Canada
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun related ↔ India===Delhi Police
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun related ↔ India
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun related ↔ Baljinder
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun related ↔ Rohit
Sikhs for Justice related ↔ India===Delhi Police
Sikhs for Justice related ↔ India
Baljinder related ↔ Sikhs for Justice
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