The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday conducted searches at five locations across five states in connection with the ongoing investigation into the 2025 Gujarat cyber terrorism attack case during 'Operation Sindoor', according to the agency.
Searches and case background
The searches were carried out in Junnar (Pune, Maharashtra), Nadiad (Kheda, Gujarat), Ramagundam (Karimnagar, Telangana), Gopalganj (Bihar) and Delhi, as part of the investigation into a case registered by the NIA on June 25, 2025. The case was originally registered by the Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS), as reported by both ANI and The Tribune.The searches were conducted on Monday morning after search warrants were issued by the competent court, the agency said.
Alleged cyber attacks
According to the NIA, the accused in the case had attempted "sophisticated DDoS attacks against 54 websites of Central government entities, targeting critical computer resources and Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) during the period of Operation Sindoor, with intent to compromise national sovereignty, security and unity, and to incite public fear." The Tribune reported a similar description, referring to websites of Government of India entities.Arrests and seizures
Two accused have already been arrested in the case. During the investigation, the NIA said suspects who provided support and assistance to the accused in the preparation and skill upgradation for carrying out the DDoS attacks were identified through thorough technical analysis.During the searches, various digital devices and documents containing incriminating material related to hacking activities were seized, and the suspects were examined regarding their association with the arrested accused. A total of three laptops, five mobile phones and other digital devices, including pen drives, were seized following due procedure.
The investigation is continuing, as noted by The Tribune.