A scientist working for the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in Pune, India, has been arrested by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for allegedly providing confidential information to a Pakistani agent. The scientist was reportedly in touch with an agent of a “Pakistan Intelligence Operative” through WhatsApp and video calls. The accused held a senior position in the premier defence research institute, and his offense has been registered under relevant sections of the Official Secrets Act. The ATS stated that the scientist provided the details to the enemy country, despite knowing that the official secrets in his possession, if obtained by the enemy country, could pose a threat to the security of the country.
The accused, who held a senior position in the premier defence research institute, was arrested on Wednesday.
“The scientist, by misusing his position, despite knowing that the officials secrets in his possession if obtained by the enemy country can pose a threat to the security of the country, provided the details to the enemy country,” an ATS release said.
It is concerning to hear that a scientist working for the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in Pune has been arrested for allegedly providing confidential information to a Pakistani agent. The accused scientist reportedly held a senior position in the institute and was in touch with a “Pakistan Intelligence Operative” through WhatsApp and video calls. The ATS has registered an offense under relevant sections of the Official Secrets Act and further investigation is ongoing. This is a serious breach of national security and such actions must be dealt with strictly.
