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Pakistani spy caught in Kutch ahead of PM Modi's Gujarat visit
The incident, occurring just two days before Prime Minister Modi’s Gujarat visit, has prompted security agencies to heighten their vigilance.
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Kushal Pandya - Sat, 24, May 2025
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Pakistani spy Sahdevsinh Gohil arrested by Gujarat ATS. / Image: Gujarat ATS
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) apprehended 28-year-old Sahdevsinh Deepubha Gohil from Mata-no-Madh village in Kutch district two days prior to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Gujarat.
He is accused of sharing sensitive information regarding India's security and spying for a Pakistani intelligence operative. The security agencies' alertness has been increased as a result of the incident, which took place just prior to the Prime Minister's visit.
Sahdevsinh Gohil was employed as a Multi-Purpose Health Worker at the Mata-no-Madh Primary Health Centre. According to the ATS, a Gujarat Police PSI received intelligence about the matter, and a thorough investigation revealed critical details. Gohil came into contact with a woman named “Aditi Bhardwaj” via WhatsApp in mid-2023, who is believed to be an agent of Pakistan’s intelligence services.
At her behest, Gohil shared confidential information about the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Indian Navy, including photos and videos. In early 2025, Gohil used his Aadhaar card to purchase a new SIM card, activated WhatsApp on it, and provided access to Aditi. He used this number to share sensitive information.
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In exchange for this information, Gohil received ₹40,000 ($470 approx) in cash from an unidentified individual. The ATS uncovered the case through technical surveillance and human intelligence, leading to Gohil’s arrest. His mobile phone has been sent to a forensic laboratory, where efforts are underway to recover deleted data. A case has been registered against Gohil and Aditi Bhardwaj under Sections 61 and 148 of the Indian Penal Code.
Gujarat’s Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi commented on the incident, stating, “The Gujarat Police and ATS remain vigilant for the state’s security. No leniency will be shown in such cases. Those who compromise the nation’s security will face strict punishment. The Gujarat ATS deserves congratulations for their efforts. It is possible that this individual was lured into a honey trap. The investigation is ongoing, and it was found that he purchased a SIM card in his name, activated WhatsApp, and provided access to a Pakistani woman. This case bears similarities to the recent case involving YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra.”
The incident, occurring just two days before Prime Minister Modi’s Gujarat visit, has prompted security agencies to heighten their vigilance. A senior ATS officer stated, “Pakistani intelligence operatives use social media platforms to target Indian citizens, exploiting financial incentives or personal vulnerabilities. At a time when a high-profile visit is being planned in the state, such cases are a serious cause for concern.”
This marks the third arrest in Gujarat over the past eight months on charges of spying, indicating a growing trend of Pakistani intelligence agencies targeting Indian citizens through social media. The ATS has appealed to citizens to exercise caution in online interactions with unknown individuals and to report any suspicious activities to security agencies.
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