Haryana Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Spying on Ambala Air Force Station and Sharing Information with Pakistan

Ambala | January 6, 2026 Haryana Police on Tuesday arrested a man for allegedly spying on the Ambala Air Force Station and sharing sensitive information with contacts in Pakistan, officials said. The arrest has raised serious security concerns as the Ambala airbase is one of the Indian Air Force’s most important installations and houses Rafale fighter jets. The accused has been identified as Sunil Kumar, a resident of Sabka village in the Saha area of Ambala district. According to police officials, Kumar had been in contact with a woman on a Pakistani social media platform for the past seven months. Investigators suspect that he may have been caught in a honey trap and was being manipulated into sharing sensitive information. Police said Sunil Kumar was also in contact with a contractor who worked at the Ambala Air Force Station. Using this connection, he allegedly gained frequent access to areas near or inside the airbase. During these visits, Kumar is suspected of collecting information related to the station’s location, movement, and security arrangements. According to the police, the accused allegedly shared his live location, photographs, and videos from around the Air Force Station with the woman through a mobile application. Officials said he was in regular communication with her and engaged in frequent chats over an extended period. The nature of the conversations and the material shared raised red flags during the investigation. Ambala Crime Deputy Superintendent of Police Virender Kumar said that preliminary findings suggest the accused passed on sensitive information related to the Air Force Station to a neighbouring country. He added that the investigation is still at an early stage, and more details are expected to emerge as digital evidence is analysed. Police officials said the accused’s mobile phone and other electronic devices have been seized and sent for forensic examination. Investigators are examining chat records, shared files, call logs, and social media activity to determine the extent of information that may have been leaked. They are also trying to establish whether Kumar acted alone or if others were involved. The police are questioning the contractor who worked at the Air Force Station to understand how Kumar gained access and whether any security protocols were violated. Officials stressed that the role of all individuals connected to the case is being carefully examined. Sources said the woman Kumar was in contact with is believed to be linked to Pakistan-based networks, though her identity and location are still being verified. Police suspect that the accused may have been emotionally or financially influenced, a tactic commonly used in honey trap cases to extract sensitive information. The arrest comes amid heightened vigilance around defence installations across the country. Security agencies have been on alert due to increased attempts at espionage using social media and messaging platforms. Officials warned that civilians with access to sensitive areas must remain cautious and report any suspicious online interactions. Police said a case has been registered under relevant sections related to espionage and national security. The accused will be produced before a court and further legal action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation. Senior officials said the matter is being taken very seriously due to the strategic importance of the Ambala Air Force Station. They added that coordination with central security agencies may be initiated if required. As the investigation continues, police have appealed to the public to remain alert and avoid sharing sensitive information or images of defence installations on social media. They also urged people to report suspicious contacts or activities to the authorities without delay. Haryana Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Spying on Ambala Air Force Station and Sharing Information with Pakistan Haryana Police on Tuesday arrested a man for allegedly spying on the Ambala Air Force Station and passing sensitive information to contacts in Pakistan. The arrest has raised serious security concerns as the Ambala airbase is a key Indian Air Force installation and is home to Rafale fighter jets. The accused has been identified as Sunil Kumar, a resident of Sabka village in the Saha area of Ambala district. According to police officials, Kumar had been in contact with a woman on a Pakistani social media platform for the past seven months. Investigators suspect the case may involve a honey trap, a method often used to emotionally manipulate individuals into sharing confidential information. Police said the accused was also in touch with a contractor working at the Ambala Air Force Station, which allowed him to visit the area frequently. During these visits, Kumar allegedly collected and shared details related to the airbase. Officials said he sent his live location, photos, and videos from around the Air Force Station to the woman through a mobile application. Investigators found that Kumar was in regular communication with the woman and engaged in frequent chats. This pattern of contact raised suspicion and led to closer monitoring by the police. During preliminary questioning, police said evidence suggested that sensitive information related to the Air Force Station may have been passed on to a neighbouring country. Ambala Crime Deputy Superintendent of Police Virender Kumar said the initial investigation indicates that the accused was sharing information linked to the airbase. Police have seized Kumar’s mobile phone and other electronic devices, which are now being examined for digital evidence, including chats, images, videos, and call records. The contractor connected to the case is also being questioned to understand how access to the area was gained and whether any security rules were breached. Officials said they are checking if the accused acted alone or if others were involved. A case has been registered under relevant sections related to national security. The accused will be produced before a court as the investigation continues. Police have urged citizens to stay alert online and report any suspicious contacts or activities.