In a major breakthrough in the investigation of the 2024 twin bomb blasts in Gurugram, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against five accused individuals, including Canada-based terrorist Satinderjit Singh, widely known as Goldy Brar. The charges expose a dangerous conspiracy by Babbar Khalistani International (BKI) to ignite communal disharmony and disturb peace in Haryana and adjoining states.
This latest development adds to the growing list of transnational plots orchestrated by Khalistani separatists, many of whom operate from abroad and maintain direct connections with radical outfits like BKI. The use of targeted violence in urban civilian areas like clubs and entertainment hubs shows a disturbing escalation in tactics meant to instill fear and incite religious unrest.
The Gurugram Blasts: A Timeline of Terror
The attacks took place earlier in 2024, when explosive devices were detonated at two prominent clubs—Warehouse Club and Human Club—located in Sector 29, Gurugram, a bustling entertainment district frequented by young professionals and tourists. Although casualties were minimal due to swift emergency response and partial malfunction of the devices, the potential for mass casualties was high.
Following the blasts, panic spread across the region. Authorities quickly sealed off the sites and launched an intensive probe, which was eventually handed over to the NIA owing to the suspected involvement of organized terrorist networks.
Who Are the Accused?
According to the NIA chargesheet, the five individuals accused are:
Goldy Brar (Canada-based): A designated terrorist with deep links to both BKI and other transnational organized crime syndicates.
Randeep Singh aka Randeep Malik (US-based): Allegedly coordinated aspects of the plot from abroad.
Sachin Taliyan
Ankit
Bhawish
While Brar and Malik remain outside Indian jurisdiction, the remaining three accused have been arrested and are currently in custody.
What the Investigation Revealed
The NIA’s investigation uncovered a well-planned conspiracy, masterminded by BKI operatives with logistical and financial support from abroad. The objective, according to the agency, was to disrupt communal harmony in Haryana by launching attacks on civilian gathering spots and portraying the violence as religiously motivated.
The explosive devices used in the blasts were assembled with military precision, and their placement at popular clubs reveals a calculated intent to target urban youth—sending a clear message that no place is safe.
The charges have been filed under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Arms Act, Explosive Substances Act, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA)—highlighting the severity of the crime.
Babbar Khalsa's New-Age Terror Strategy
Once considered a declining force, Babbar Khalsa International appears to be reviving its strategy through global networking, digital coordination, and transnational financing. Groups like BKI have evolved from the traditional insurgency model to a new hybrid terror-crime format, using the Internet, encrypted messaging apps, and international safe havens to carry out localized violence in India.
The NIA noted that these groups are now targeting soft civilian infrastructures, rather than government installations, in order to create maximum psychological impact and generate media frenzy. The intention is not just to kill or damage but to provoke communal reactions—a tactic as dangerous as any physical violence.
The Goldy Brar Factor
Goldy Brar has gained infamy in recent years, not only for his involvement in terrorism but also for orchestrating high-profile killings and extortion operations. He was previously linked to the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala and has since become one of India's most wanted criminals.
Operating from Canada, Brar is alleged to be part of a wider Khalistani nexus that includes terrorist financiers, sleeper cells in India, and diaspora radicals in North America and Europe.
Despite international arrest warrants and mounting pressure, Brar continues to evade capture, exposing the limitations of global counterterrorism cooperation, especially with countries like Canada that host large diaspora populations with Khalistani sympathies.
Why This Matters
The Gurugram bombings were not isolated incidents—they represent a larger strategy to destabilize India’s internal security using urban terrorism and digital radicalization. If not addressed swiftly, these attempts could lead to a rise in religiously charged violence and a breakdown in public trust and social unity.
The NIA’s action is a significant step forward, but it also raises crucial questions:
Will countries like Canada and the US cooperate in extraditing wanted terrorists like Brar and Malik?
Are our urban security protocols strong enough to counter soft-target attacks?
And most importantly, how do we insulate India’s youth from the propaganda and fear-mongering that groups like BKI thrive on?
Conclusion: Time for Global Accountability
The chargesheet against Goldy Brar is not just a legal step—it’s a call for international responsibility. Terrorism, when left unchecked across borders, eventually finds its way into nightclubs, stadiums, schools, and places of worship. For India, it’s time to reclaim domestic security while pushing for global action against terrorist safe havens.
As this case unfolds, it will test not only India's resolve but also the world’s seriousness about cross-border terrorism in the age of globalization.