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Jasbir Singh was arrested for links to an espionage network tied to Pakistani intelligence. Investigations reveal he met Pakistani officials.
In a significant development in India’s ongoing battle against espionage, Punjab Police have revealed that YouTuber Jasbir Singh attempted to erase all digital traces of his communications with Pakistani agents following the arrest of fellow influencer Jyoti Malhotra. This revelation underscores the growing concern over the use of digital platforms for espionage activities.
Jasbir Singh, known for his YouTube channel “Jaan Mahal,” which boasts over 1.1 million subscribers, was apprehended by the Punjab Police’s State Special Operations Cell (SSOC) in Mohali. The arrest was based on intelligence reports linking him to a Pakistan-backed espionage network. Singh had reportedly traveled to Pakistan multiple times and had met with Pakistan Army personnel, raising suspicions about his involvement in the network.
Prior to Singh’s arrest, Jyoti Malhotra, a Haryana-based influencer, was also arrested for her alleged involvement in the same espionage network. Investigations revealed that Malhotra had close ties with Singh, further implicating him in the espionage activities.
According to Punjab Police, following Malhotra’s arrest, Singh made concerted efforts to delete all digital evidence linking him to Pakistani agents. This included erasing communications with key Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) involved in the network. The deliberate attempt to destroy evidence suggests an awareness of the ongoing investigation and potential coordinated efforts within the network.
The arrests of Singh and Malhotra highlight the increasing use of digital platforms by foreign intelligence agencies to recruit and exploit individuals for espionage activities. The deliberate erasure of digital evidence indicates a sophisticated approach to conceal illicit activities, posing significant challenges to law enforcement agencies. Authorities are continuing their investigation to uncover the full extent of the espionage network and any additional individuals involved.
The case of Jasbir Singh serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities associated with digital platforms and the need for heightened vigilance in monitoring online activities. As investigations continue, it is imperative for authorities to strengthen cyber surveillance and ensure that digital platforms are not misused for activities that threaten national security.
Jasbir Singh, a YouTuber from Punjab arrested for his alleged involvement in an espionage network connected to Pakistani intelligence and terror-linked operatives, maintained close contact with Haryana-based influencer Jyoti Malhotra, the police said. Jyoti Malhotra was earlier arrested on similar charges.
Following Jyoti Malhotra’s arrest, Jasbir Singh attempted to delete all digital traces of his communication with foreign handlers, Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav said on Wednesday.
Jasbir Singh, a resident of Village Mahlan in Rupnagar district, who operates a YouTube channel ‘Jaan Mahal’, was found to be associated with a Pakistani Intelligence Operative (PIO), Gaurav Yadav said.
“Jasbir Singh, who operates a YouTube channel called ‘Jaan Mahal’, has been found associated with PIO Shakir alias Jutt Randhawa, part of a terror-backed espionage network,” the Punjab DGP said in a post on X.
He also maintained contact with Ehsan-ur-Rahim alias Danish, a Pakistani national who was expelled as an official of the Pakistan High Commission, Yadav posted.
“Investigations have revealed that Jasbir attended the Pakistan National Day event in Delhi on Danish’s invitation, where he met Pakistani Army officials and vloggers. He travelled to Pakistan on three occasions (2020, 2021, 2024), and his electronic devices contained multiple Pakistan-based numbers, now under detailed forensic scrutiny,” he added.
An FIR has been registered at the State Special Operation Cell in Mohali. “Investigations are underway to dismantle the broader espionage-terror network and identify all collaborators, he added.
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