With reference to the crackdown on the Shahzad Bhatti network, consider the following statements: 1. The Shahzad Bhatti network was declared a terrorist organisation under the UAPA. 2. An Extradition Portal was launched to expedite the return of fugitives. 3. The operation resulted in the arrest of over 400 people across 15 states. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Shah Unveils PRAHAAR Strategy, Busting 40 Modules Linked to Bhatti Network

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Terrorism & insurgency (J&K, North-East)· Prelims + Mains· 28 September 2026

Internal Security: UAPA application and inter-agency coordination in dismantling terror modules.

Why in news

Home Minister Amit Shah announced the busting of 40 modules linked to the Shahzad Bhatti network and the unveiling of the PRAHAAR strategy for counter-terrorism.

Background

The operation resulted in the arrest of 350 people and the registration of over 100 FIRs across 15 states. The government declared the Shahzad Bhatti network a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

Facts for Prelims

Fact350 people arrested and over 100 FIRs registered across 15 states in the Bhatti network crackdown.
Act / BillThe Shahzad Bhatti network was declared a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
BodyThe government launched an Extradition Portal to expedite the return of fugitives.
PostAmit Shah serves as the Union Home Minister of India.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the crackdown on the Shahzad Bhatti network, consider the following statements:

The Shahzad Bhatti network was declared a terrorist organisation under the UAPA.
An Extradition Portal was launched to expedite the return of fugitives.
The operation resulted in the arrest of over 400 people across 15 states.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The operation resulted in the arrest of 350 people.

For Mains

Q. Examine the effectiveness of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in dismantling terror networks and the role of inter-agency coordination in counter-terrorism.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Legal framework: Balancing the use of UAPA with procedural safeguards for accused individuals
Inter-agency synergy: Overcoming jurisdictional hurdles between state police and central intelligence agencies
Extradition hurdles: Legal complexities in securing fugitives across different international jurisdictions

Keywords: Counter-terrorism · UAPA · Inter-agency coordination · Extradition · Internal Security

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