Phagwara: Three students arrested in Nakodar for writing pro-Khalistani slogans and putting up related posters have been sent to police remand for three days. The investigation has revealed a link to Jaskaran Singh, an alleged terrorist who had fled abroad using the illegal “donkey route.”
Police sources said Jaskaran Singh also tried to persuade his friend, Sukhpal, to follow the route and promised him a better life. Sukhpal, along with two others, Kartik and Tejpal, is under scrutiny for their involvement in writing pro-Khalistani slogans. The three students belonging to the same school are believed to be childhood friends.
The trio reportedly shared dreams of settling abroad. Investigations indicate that they may have been influenced or guided by Jaskaran’s escape and his connections. Sukhpal was allegedly being groomed to join the escape route.
Police are currently analyzing the bank accounts of the accused to determine the sources of funding and whether any suspicious transaction was made. Investigations have found questionable activity in Sukhpal’s account, believed to be linked to the escape plan.
The mobile phones of the accused have been seized and sent for forensic examination. Authorities aim to uncover who they were in contact with, what numbers they dialed, and whether any foreign connections were involved.
This case highlights radicalization among youth and the exploitation of illegal migration routes. Further inquiries are underway and more arrests could follow, police sources said.
