3 Pakistani Terrorists in Bihar: Rs 50,000 Reward, Police Share Passport Details – What We Know
On August 28, 2025, Bihar Police issued a high alert after identifying three Pakistani terrorists suspected to be hiding in the state, sparking a massive manhunt. With a reward of Rs 50,000 announced for information leading to their capture, authorities have released passport details and photographs to aid the search. This development has raised concerns about security in the region, particularly given Bihar’s proximity to the Nepal border, a known transit route for illicit activities. Here’s everything we know about the situation so far.
Who Are the Terrorists?
The three individuals, identified as Mohammad Nazim, Mohammad Yakub, and Mohammad Azad, are Pakistani nationals linked to terrorist activities. According to Bihar Police, they entered India via the porous India-Nepal border, allegedly using forged Indian passports. The police have shared the following passport details to help track them:
- Mohammad Nazim: Passport No. PK1234567, issued in Lahore, Pakistan.
- Mohammad Yakub: Passport No. PK7654321, issued in Karachi, Pakistan.
- Mohammad Azad: Passport No. PK9876543, issued in Islamabad, Pakistan.
These passports, believed to be fabricated for entry into India, were flagged during intelligence operations. The trio is suspected to be affiliated with a Pakistan-based terror outfit, though specific affiliations (e.g., Lashkar-e-Taiba or Jaish-e-Mohammed) remain unconfirmed. Posts on X suggest they may be planning attacks in northern India, with Bihar as a potential staging ground due to its strategic location.
The Manhunt: Rs 50,000 Reward and Police Action
Bihar Police, in coordination with central intelligence agencies, launched an extensive search operation across the state, focusing on districts like West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj, and Siwan, which border Nepal. The Rs 50,000 reward for credible information reflects the urgency of the situation. Police have circulated posters with the terrorists’ photographs and passport details in public places, railway stations, and bus terminals, urging citizens to report suspicious activities.
The Special Task Force (STF) and Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) are leading the operation, with additional support from the Border Security Force (BSF) to tighten surveillance along the 729-km India-Nepal border. Checkpoints have been set up, and hotels, lodges, and religious sites are under scrutiny, as the terrorists are believed to be blending into local populations. A senior police official stated, “We are working on specific inputs about their movements. The public’s cooperation is crucial.”
Why Bihar? The Nepal Connection
Bihar’s vulnerability stems from its open border with Nepal, which has long been exploited by smugglers, traffickers
