Patna: A high-security alert in Bihar on Friday was later confirmed to be a false alarm. Initial intelligence reports had suggested that three Pakistani terrorists, allegedly linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed, had crossed into the state from Nepal.
The warning prompted an immediate response: security forces intensified checks across border districts and heightened surveillance in major cities, including Patna and Gaya. Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) teams were activated, and additional forces were deployed in sensitive areas like Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Araria, Kishanganj, and West Champaran, all of which share a border with Nepal.
However, after a detailed investigation, Bihar Police clarified that the suspects never entered the state. ADG (Law and Order) Pankaj Darad confirmed,
“There was an alert issued based on initial intelligence, but after thorough investigation, we found that these individuals never entered Bihar. Our findings, including passport details and travel documents, confirm that they went straight to Malaysia from Kathmandu.”
The incident underscores both the challenge of acting swiftly on intelligence and the importance of verification. While the alert proved unfounded, authorities said the swift mobilisation demonstrated the readiness of state agencies to respond to potential threats.
