Faridabad/Delhi, November 12, 2025 — Al Falah University, which has recently come under intense scrutiny following the Delhi Red Fort blast and the bust of a terror module in Faridabad, has strongly denied any institutional connection with the individuals arrested in connection with the terror plot. The university’s vice chancellor, Bhupinder Kaur, issued a statement on Wednesday clarifying that the institution has no association with the arrested doctors beyond their employment in official capacities.

The Red Fort blast, which took place on Monday evening, claimed at least 10 lives and left many injured. The explosion, which occurred in a white Hyundai i20 in Old Delhi, caused widespread damage to vehicles and nearby infrastructure. Security and intelligence agencies quickly launched an investigation and, within hours, uncovered a major terror module in Faridabad linked to the attack. The discovery of nearly 2,900 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, along with firearms, explosives, and IED components, heightened national security concerns.

Vice Chancellor Kaur said, “We are anguished by the unfortunate developments that took place and condemn the same. We have also learnt that two of our doctors have been detained by the Investigating Agencies. The University has no connection with the said persons apart from them working in their official capacities with the University.” She added that the campus does not store or handle explosive chemicals and that the laboratories are strictly used for academic and training purposes for MBBS students and other authorised courses.

The university emphasized its full cooperation with the authorities. “The University is extending its full cooperation to the concerned investigating authorities to enable them to arrive at a logical, fair, and conclusive determination in the matter pertaining to national security,” the statement read.

The ‘White-Collar’ Terror Module

Investigators have described the Faridabad arrests as part of a “white-collar terror network” spanning Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. The module, allegedly linked to the proscribed outfits Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH), reportedly had foreign handlers operating from Pakistan and other Gulf countries. Authorities said the group had been planning high-intensity urban attacks across India for nearly a year.

Among the first to be apprehended was Dr. Muzammil Shakil, a 35-year-old doctor from Pulwama who had been working at Al-Falah Medical College in Dhauj, Faridabad, for over three years. Shakil’s interrogation triggered a series of coordinated raids by the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Haryana Police between November 8 and 10.

Initial raids at Shakil’s rented accommodation in Faridabad recovered a Krinkov assault rifle with three magazines, 83 live cartridges, a pistol with eight rounds, and additional ammunition. Investigators also discovered 358 kilograms of ammonium nitrate and other explosive chemicals at another rented location on Dhauj-Fatehpur Taga Road. The site contained batteries, timers, wires, metal plates, remotes, and other components used for constructing improvised explosive devices.

The most significant seizure occurred on November 10, when authorities discovered 2,563 kilograms of ammonium nitrate at a property in Dehar Colony, Fatehpur Tagra, approximately 10 kilometers from Faridabad. The property belonged to Maulana Mohammad Istaq, a mosque cleric who had rented it to Shakil eight months ago. Experts noted that ammonium nitrate, when combined with fuel oil or other accelerants, can be used to create extremely powerful explosions capable of demolishing vehicles or buildings.

Broader Crackdown and Transnational Links

Authorities have indicated that the arrests are part of a larger transnational operation targeting JeM and AGuH urban cells in India. Jammu and Kashmir Police officials in Srinagar reported that the operation involved multiple suspects, including Arif Nisar Dar (alias Sahil), Yasir-ul-Ashraf, Maqsood Ahmad Dar (alias Shahid), Maulvi Irfan Ahmad, Zameer Ahmad Ahanger (alias Mutlasha), Dr. Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie (alias Musaib), and Dr. Aadil Rather.

Security agencies are investigating whether the absconding members of other modules are carrying explosives or IED-making materials, and raids are ongoing across Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttar Pradesh. Officers have indicated that the identities of some absconding suspects are known, but details cannot be publicly shared to avoid alerting them.

The case has cast a spotlight on the role of professional institutions in inadvertently providing cover for individuals involved in criminal or terror-related activities. While Al Falah University maintains that it had no involvement in the alleged activities of the doctors, the arrests and massive seizure of explosives have underscored the need for heightened vigilance and compliance with safety and security protocols.

Institutional Response

Al Falah University has reiterated that its laboratories are strictly intended for academic training and research purposes. “We strongly condemn and categorically deny all such false and defamatory allegations. No such chemical or material, as alleged by certain platforms, is being used, stored, or handled within the University premises,” Vice Chancellor Kaur said.

The university has also assured authorities that it will provide all necessary assistance during the ongoing investigation to ensure a thorough and transparent inquiry. The administration emphasized the importance of distinguishing between individual actions and institutional responsibility, underscoring that the arrested doctors were acting in personal capacities rather than on behalf of the university.

Security and Public Concern

The Red Fort blast has sent shockwaves across the capital, raising questions about urban security and the infiltration of sophisticated terror networks into civilian and professional spaces. The seizure of large quantities of ammonium nitrate, firearms, and IED components has been described by experts as one of the largest discoveries of such materials in recent years.

Officials continue to monitor potential threats and are undertaking precautionary measures to prevent any further attacks. Public authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity, while the NIA and other investigative agencies work to piece together the operational structure of the terror network.

As investigations progress, the focus remains on uncovering the full extent of the module’s activities, identifying potential handlers and collaborators, and ensuring that all security gaps are addressed. Al Falah University’s cooperation and clarification, while reaffirming its lack of institutional involvement, will likely be critical in helping authorities isolate the actions of individual suspects and mitigate reputational damage to the academic institution.