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oi-Swastika Sruti
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has reportedly uncovered a major terror conspiracy linked to the Red Fort car blast case. According to official sources, the accused were allegedly planning multiple attacks in Lucknow by targeting important government buildings and crowded public places.
The NIA, investigating the Red Fort blast case, uncovered a terror plot where accused Dr Muzammil Shakeel and Dr Shaheen Saeed allegedly surveyed Lucknow locations, including government buildings, for TATP attacks around August 25-30, 2025.
Investigators believe the suspects carried out detailed surveys in the Uttar Pradesh capital and searched for ways to arrange explosive materials without attracting attention.
The revelations came as part of the NIA’s ongoing investigation into the high-intensity vehicle-borne IED blast that took place near Delhi’s Red Fort on November 10 last year.
Accused Allegedly Conducted Survey In Lucknow
According to sources quoted in reports, the two main accused – Dr Muzammil Shakeel and Dr Shaheen Saeed – travelled from Faridabad to Lucknow between August 25 and August 30, 2025.
During their stay, investigators claim they surveyed several important locations across the city.
The locations allegedly included:
- Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Sabha
- Bapu Bhawan
- Imambara area
- Lal Bagh
- Aminabad market
Officials believe these crowded and sensitive areas were being considered as possible targets for future attacks.
Plan Allegedly Involved Car Bomb Explosions
Investigators suspect the accused were discussing plans to use vehicles filled with explosives near important buildings and public areas.
Sources said the group was allegedly exploring locations where a car bomb could cause maximum damage and panic.
Authorities believe the conspiracy was still in the planning stage when the investigation began uncovering details about the network.
Search For Explosive Materials
The NIA investigation also reportedly found that the accused searched online for chemical shops in Lucknow that sold materials used in making explosives.
According to officials, the accused were allegedly trying to arrange ingredients required to make Triacetone Triperoxide (TATP), a highly dangerous explosive commonly referred to internationally as the “Mother of Satan.”
TATP has been linked to several terror attacks around the world because of its powerful explosive nature and ability to be prepared using chemical ingredients.
Investigators suspect the same explosive was used in the Red Fort blast case.
Handwritten List Recovered By Investigators
Officials claimed that Dr Shaheen Saeed wrote down the names of chemical shops on the instructions of Muzammil Shakeel.
The handwritten list was later recovered from his mobile phone during the investigation.
This discovery became an important part of the evidence collected by the NIA while tracing the alleged terror plan.
Accused Stayed At Relative’s House
During their stay in Lucknow, the two accused allegedly lived at a relative’s house connected to Shaheen’s family in the Lal Bagh area.
Investigators believe the location was used as a temporary base while they carried out surveys and searched for suitable places to secretly assemble explosives.
Officials also suspect the group was looking for a hidden location similar to their alleged setup in Khori Jamalpur in Faridabad.
Local Residents Allegedly Used To Avoid Suspicion
According to investigators, the accused tried to avoid attracting attention by involving local residents in some activities.
The NIA claimed that a local person was allegedly asked to visit chemical shops and enquire about bulk availability of materials needed for making explosives.
Officials believe this was done to prevent suspicion from falling on outsiders visiting multiple chemical stores.
Massive Chargesheet Filed By NIA
The findings are part of a massive 7,500-page chargesheet filed by the NIA on May 14 in connection with the Red Fort car blast case.
The agency has been investigating the wider network, planning methods and possible terror links associated with the accused.
Security agencies are now examining whether the suspects had connections with larger extremist groups or external handlers.
Security Concerns Rise In Uttar Pradesh
The revelations have raised fresh concerns about security arrangements around key government buildings and crowded public areas in Uttar Pradesh.
Lucknow is considered one of the most sensitive cities in north India because it houses important administrative offices and regularly witnesses large public gatherings.
Security agencies are expected to strengthen surveillance and monitoring around major locations following the NIA findings.
Investigation Continues
Officials say the investigation is still ongoing, and more details may emerge in the coming days. The NIA is continuing to examine digital records, communication details, travel history and possible financial links connected to the accused.
Authorities are also trying to determine whether any additional individuals helped the accused during their stay in Lucknow or assisted them in arranging materials for the alleged terror plot.
