Eleven alleged Jihadis arrested in connection with Islamist extremist activities in Assam were sent to judicial custody on Thursday after being produced before a court by the State Task Force (STF), officials said.
The accused were earlier taken into police custody for detailed questioning as part of an ongoing investigation into extremist networks operating in the state and beyond. During this period, they were interrogated by several central and state agencies to gather information about their links, activities and contacts.
Apart from the Assam STF, the accused were questioned by the National Investigation Agency, as well as Anti-Terrorist Squads from Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Police teams from Telangana and West Bengal also took part in the interrogation process, indicating the wide scope of the investigation. 
According to investigators, the questioning revealed serious concerns. Officials claim the accused admitted that a Bangladesh-based extremist outfit had been attempting to spread unrest in Assam and other parts of the region. The group was allegedly working to expand its influence by targeting vulnerable youths and building networks across state borders.
The investigators further stated that members of the banned Bangladesh-based IMK organisation are believed to be active in different parts of India. The accused reportedly maintained regular contact with handlers and associates across the international border using various communication channels.
Police sources said the suspects were allegedly involved in activities such as recruitment, coordination and spreading extremist ideology. These activities, officials added, posed a potential threat to peace and security in the region.
