Security Alert Issued as Intelligence Warns of Terror Threat Ahead of Republic Da

New Delhi | January 17, 2026 Intelligence agencies have issued a high-level alert warning of possible terror threats to Delhi and several other cities as Republic Day on January 26 approaches. According to intelligence inputs, Khalistani terrorist groups and Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to carry out attacks to disrupt national security during the upcoming celebrations. The alert highlights growing involvement of Punjab-based gangsters who are allegedly working as ground-level operatives, or “foot soldiers,” for extremist handlers operating from abroad. These handlers are said to be using existing criminal networks to push their radical agendas and plan activities that could threaten internal security. Sources indicated that these gangsters are no longer limited to Punjab but are actively operating across Haryana, Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Intelligence agencies have noted that these criminal groups are gradually building links with Khalistani terrorist elements, raising concerns about coordinated attacks in multiple regions. Following the alert, security agencies have stepped up surveillance and preventive measures in sensitive areas. Police and intelligence units are closely monitoring suspected individuals and networks, while additional security arrangements are expected ahead of Republic Day to ensure public safety. Republic Day Alert: Intel Warns of Possible Terror Threats in Delhi and Other Cities With Republic Day approaching, intelligence agencies have sounded an alert over possible security threats in Delhi and several parts of the country. Inputs suggest that Khalistani extremist groups and terror outfits linked to Bangladesh may try to carry out attacks around January 26 to disturb national celebrations. The alert points to a worrying trend where Punjab-based gangsters are allegedly being used as ground operatives by radical handlers operating from outside India. These handlers are believed to be using criminal networks to plan disruptive activities and weaken internal security. According to intelligence sources, these gang members are active not only in Punjab but also across Haryana, Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. They are reportedly building links with Khalistani terrorist elements, increasing the risk of coordinated actions across multiple states. In response, security agencies have tightened surveillance and increased monitoring in sensitive areas. Police forces have been put on high alert, and additional security measures are being planned to ensure public safety during the Republic Day celebrations.