Karnataka Police Arrests Two Youths From UP for Espionage, Accuses of Sending Sensitive Data to Pakistan

The Karnataka police’s arrest of two youths from Sultanpur, UP, for allegedly leaking sensitive information related to India’s maritime security has put local authorities on alert. However, Sultanpur police are avoiding detailed comments at this stage. According to officials, the local police are currently gathering inputs based on information received from Karnataka. Superintendent of Police Kunwar Anupam Singh said they have not yet received any formal details and would assist in the investigation if contacted by security agencies.

Udupi Police Arrest Two for Espionage Activities

The Udupi district police in Karnataka recently uncovered a significant case involving national maritime security and detained two men from Sultanpur. The arrested individuals have been identified as Rohit (29) and Santri (37). Both were taken into custody on Thursday (November 20) for their alleged involvement in espionage activities.

Police said Rohit worked as an insulator at the Malpe unit of Cochin Shipyard, while Santri was employed at the main Cochin Shipyard in Kerala. The duo allegedly sent confidential documents, vessel numbers, and other vital ship-building information directly to Pakistani phone numbers.

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Sensitive Data Traced Through Mobile Phones

Initial investigations revealed that crucial information had been transmitted to foreign numbers, posing a potential threat to India’s maritime security framework. As per inputs received by intelligence agencies, the leaked material may have included details of defence vessels, cargo ships, and other technical specifications.

During interrogation, several chats, documents, and media files were recovered from the accused men’s mobile phones. Forensic analysis is underway to determine how long the espionage activities had been going on and whether a larger network was involved.

Meanwhile, Sultanpur SP Kunwar Anupam Singh reiterated that his department currently has no concrete information regarding the case. He added that any assistance requested by the investigating agencies would be promptly provided.