Republic day 2026: Big threat for India ahead of Republic day as Khalistani, Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to target Delhi

There are chances that Khalistani, Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to target Delhi ahead of the Republic day 2026.

Republic day 2026: In a matter of big threat for India ahead of Republic day, reports have quoted intelligence agencies as saying that Khalistani, Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to target Delhi. As per a report by ANI news agency, intelligence agencies have issued a warning of a possible attempt by proscribed Khalistani outfits and Bangladesh-based terror organizations to target New Delhi and several other cities across the country.

“Ahead of January 26, intelligence agencies have issued an alert warning that Khalistani terrorist organisations and Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to target New Delhi and several other cities across the country,” intelligence sources was quoted as saying by ANI news agency.

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“Punjab-based gangsters are increasingly acting as foot soldiers for Khalistani and radical handlers operating from abroad. These handlers are allegedly using criminal networks to further their agendas and disrupt internal security,” the official source added.

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The report also said that the gangsters are active across Haryana, Delhi-National Capital Region, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan and are gradually establishing links with Khalistani terrorist elements, thereby creating a security risk for the country.

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Ahead of the Republic Day parade on January 26, North District Police conducted a series of simulated mock drills at vulnerable and crowded locations to check the preparedness and response time of various stakeholders and agencies.

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The areas which include Red Fort, ISBT Kashmere Gate, Chandni Chowk, Khari Baoli, Sadar Bazar and Metro stations, which are considered highly sensitive from a security perspective, a report by ANI news agency said. The drills were aimed at augmenting anti-terror measures and sensitising the public and agencies to remain alert during potential terror-related incidents.

(More details awaited)