The chief of the banned terrorist organization Khalistan Zindabad Force (KJF), Ranjeet Singh Neeta, has issued a threat to blow up railway tracks across India. This threat comes as a retaliation for the death of Jagroop Singh, a terrorist from Tarn Taran. The KJF has advised passengers to avoid train travel for 10 days starting from May 3, 2026.
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Who is Ranjeet Singh Neeta and why the threat
Ranjeet Singh Neeta has been a wanted terrorist since 2008 and is believed to be hiding in Pakistan. He formed the KJF with ISI support to recruit and radicalize Sikhs. Between 1988 and 1999, he was involved in several bomb blasts targeting trains and buses in the Jammu and Pathankot areas. The current threat is linked to Jagroop Singh, who died on April 28, 2026, while attempting to blast a railway track near Shambhu, Patiala.
How is Indian Railways responding to the threat
Security agencies have increased vigilance at railway stations and on tracks. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is conducting daily checks with the help of GRP and local police, especially in Pathankot. To ensure passenger safety, the following measures are in place:
- Integrated security systems with CCTV surveillance and metal detectors.
- Baggage scanners and regular mock drills at major stations.
- Joint patrols by RPF, GRP, and district police.
- Passengers are encouraged to report suspicious items by calling 139.
Official statements on railway security
Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, CPRO of North Frontier Railway, stated that mock drills and blackout protocols were organized with district administrations to test emergency responses. Varun Sharma, SSP Patiala, confirmed that the suspect Jagroop Singh died during his own attempt to cause an explosion. Additionally, Special DG of Police (Railways) Shashi Prabha Dwivedi noted that CCTV footage showed the suspect parking his motorcycle in Amritsar before the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the reason behind the KJF threat to Indian Railways?
The threat was issued by KJF chief Ranjeet Singh Neeta to avenge the death of Jagroop Singh, who died during a failed attempt to blast a track near Shambhu, Patiala on April 28, 2026.
What should passengers do if they see something suspicious on a train or station?
Passengers are advised to immediately report any unattended items or suspicious activities by calling the official railway helpline number 139.
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