A startling revelation by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (UP ATS) has brought to light the alleged links of Jalaluddin alias Changur Baba—the mastermind of a mass religious conversion racket—with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). This case has ignited serious national concerns, exposing how religious influence was systematically exploited to target and convert vulnerable Hindu individuals, particularly young women, through coercive and deceptive means.

The investigation, still ongoing, has unraveled a web of over 3,000 followers, spanning across multiple Indian states, all working under Changur Baba’s command to manipulate the demographic balance and instigate mass conversions.

Key Details from UP ATS Investigation

According to high-level ATS sources, Changur Baba operated an expansive underground network that functioned actively in Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. The followers allegedly posed as Hindus, particularly targeting Hindu girls, establishing relationships through deceit and eventually coercing them into conversion. Authorities have described this as part of a “love jihad” campaign, with each action carefully coordinated from the top.

One senior officer involved in the probe stated:

“The level of organization and planning is deeply concerning. This isn’t just about illegal conversions—it’s about systematic demographic manipulation, potentially coordinated with foreign intelligence backing.”

Changur Baba’s Inner Circle and Operation Strategy

The leadership structure of the network was tightly controlled:

• Mehboob, Changur Baba’s son, was in charge of overall operations, tasked with execution and monitoring.

• Naveen, a converted follower, handled the technical and logistical aspects, including surveillance, communications, and data collection.

• A separate team of field operatives roamed towns and cities disguised as civilians, specifically collecting intel on Hindu girls, which was later relayed to the central handlers for targeting.

Investigators have also stated that Changur Baba operated from Nepal for some time, strengthening suspicions about ISI links, since Nepal has long been viewed as a hub for cross-border infiltration and sleeper cell activity.

Demographic Agenda and ISI Involvement

The ultimate motive of this coordinated operation appears to be population-based destabilization, allegedly supported by the ISI to disrupt India’s internal balance. ATS officials have linked some of the funding and strategic inputs to Pakistani handlers, although official confirmation is still awaited from intelligence coordination agencies.

One source close to the UP ATS said:

“The ISI’s hand cannot be ruled out. It seems this was more than religious indoctrination—it was about demographic warfare.”

Major Evidence Seized from Changur Baba’s Mansion

In a critical raid conducted on July 11, 2025, the UP ATS reached Madhpur village in Utraula and carried out a seizure operation at Changur Baba’s lavish mansion. Several important documents, digital devices, and communication logs were confiscated, which are now under forensic analysis.

The arrest of Changur Baba and co-accused Nasreen (alias Neetu) took place on July 5, 2025, from Balrampur district. They are currently in ATS custody until July 16 following remand orders granted by a special NIA court. Sources say further arrests may soon follow as authorities trace the financial and operational roots of the network.

Concerns About Misuse of Religious Platforms

This case has raised serious red flags about the misuse of religious and charitable platforms for criminal and anti-national activities. What appears to be religious outreach on the surface is increasingly being viewed as a carefully cloaked extremist agenda, aimed at vulnerable populations—especially in rural and semi-urban India.

Religious organisations under the radar of UP ATS are now being thoroughly investigated for:

• Foreign funding routes, particularly via Dubai and Kathmandu

• Use of charitable status for conversion activities

• Establishment of "safe houses" for coercive conversions

What’s Next in the Investigation?

The ATS is expected to produce additional accused individuals in court later this month, with expanding probes into digital communications, bank records, and international linkages. Inter-agency collaboration with NIA, IB, and RAW is also underway to explore the full extent of ISI’s infiltration strategy, if any.

Broader Implications for National Security

This case is not being treated as an isolated law-and-order issue. Given the scale, sophistication, and foreign links, officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs and national security agencies have been briefed on its ramifications. Some possible next steps include:

• Tighter regulation of religious organisations, especially those receiving foreign donations

• Nationwide probe into mass conversions over the past decade

• Increased vigilance at Indo-Nepal border to intercept potential handlers or recruits

• Legislative push to criminalize coercive conversions more stringently, possibly under national security laws

Conclusion

The exposure of Changur Baba’s 3,000-strong conversion network, allegedly operating under the guidance of ISI operatives, marks one of the most alarming security developments in recent years. As the UP ATS intensifies its investigation, the case is expected to have far-reaching legal, political, and policy consequences. With foreign connections, religious misuse, and demographic engineering all coming to light, this case is poised to become a landmark moment in India’s fight against internal subversion.

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