New Delhi, October 6, 2025 – The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday filed its fifth supplementary chargesheet in a special NIA court here, naming the 22nd accused in the high-profile probe into the Lawrence Bishnoi gang's nexus with the proscribed Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terror outfit. The case, which exposes a deep-rooted terror-gangster syndicate aimed at fomenting violence across India, has seen 22 individuals chargesheeted so far, with investigations revealing a web of forgery, abetment, and cross-border terror facilitation.
The latest accused, Rahul Sarkar, has been charged under various sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), the Indian Penal Code, and other relevant laws for his role in aiding the Lawrence Bishnoi gang's criminal and terror operations. According to the NIA's probe, Sarkar actively assisted gang members in evading law enforcement by procuring and arranging forged identity documents, including fake Aadhaar cards, Voter IDs, and bank passbooks. These documents enabled key operatives, such as co-accused Sachin Bishnoi, to fraudulently secure passports and flee India, allowing them to orchestrate terror activities from abroad.Also Read: Amit Shah Calls for Swadeshi Diwali: “Buy Indian, Build Bharat”
Of the 22 chargesheeted individuals—many of whom are hardcore members of the Bishnoi gang and BKI affiliates—18, including Rahul Sarkar, have been arrested. The remaining four are declared proclaimed offenders and remain at large, with the NIA intensifying efforts to apprehend them. The agency has described the case as a "pan-India terror-gangster nexus" involving arms smuggling, recruitment, and financing of terror modules.WEET Cotton T-Shirt and Pyjama Set for Men,Night Wear for Men,Men's Pyjama Set 122
Total Accused Chargesheeted: 22 (5th supplementary chargesheet filed on October 6, 2025)
Arrests So Far: 18 accused in custody; 4 absconding
Core Allegations: Conspiracy to spread terrorism via gang-BKI alliance; fake documents for evasion; passport fraud for overseas operations
The NIA's ongoing investigation underscores the evolving threat of hybrid terror-gangster networks, blending organized crime with ideological extremism. Sources indicate further arrests and disclosures are expected as the agency traces financial trails and international connections. This development follows a series of high-profile encounters and arrests linked to the Bishnoi syndicate, highlighting the agency's resolve to dismantle such threats to national security.