CTD Traces RAW Involvement in Badin Murder
Pakistani law enforcement agencies have unearthed a major RAW-backed network operating in Karachi, officials revealed on Saturday. The Sindh Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) confirmed the arrest of six suspects in connection with the targeted killing of a 45-year-old welfare worker in Matli, Badin, on May 18, 2025.
The breakthrough came during a joint operation by CTD and state intelligence agencies, following a detailed review of CCTV footage, bank records, and suspects’ testimonies.
Foreign Handler Identified as Mastermind
According to CTD Additional IG Aftab Khan, the plot was orchestrated by Sanjay Kumar alias Fauji, a RAW handler based in a Gulf state. He allegedly recruited Salman Warraich from Sheikhupura, who then engaged Muhammad Umair Warraich as the local commander.
Umair coordinated with Shakeel Ahmed, Muhammad Sajjad, and Muhammad Ubaid, who directly carried out the killing. Evidence showed that Sanjay remained in constant contact with the squad during the operation.
Terror Financing and Separatist Links
Investigators revealed that RAW funnelled millions of rupees through various channels to finance the attack. Two additional suspects, Muhammad Arsalan and Talha Umair, were later arrested for providing logistical and financial support.
CTD officials said that RAW also attempted to exploit the Sindh Revolutionary Army, a banned separatist group, to facilitate the hit squad. A pistol, a motorcycle, and mobile phones were recovered from the suspects.
Pakistan Labels It State-Sponsored Terrorism
“This is state-sponsored terrorism,” AIG Aftab Khan said, adding that Pakistan will raise the matter at international forums. Officials noted that Indian media openly celebrated the murder, framing it as a victory.
CTD further emphasised that RAW has a history of using proxies, criminal gangs, and terrorist outfits for extra-territorial killings, a practice condemned under international law.
Investigations are ongoing, with more arrests expected in the coming weeks.
Related stories:
