Islamic regime by 2047: Teacher radicalises youngsters on social media; arrested
The Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) has arrested a coaching class teacher for allegedly working to build a radicalisation network through social media, with the
The Madhya Pradesh Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) has arrested a coaching class teacher for allegedly working to build a radicalisation network through social media, with the aim of establishing an Islamic government in India by 2047. The Madhya Pradesh ATS has arrested Mohammad Faraz from the Qazi Camp area of Bhopal, alleging that he was using WhatsApp and Telegram to push young people towards radicalisation. During questioning, Faraz reportedly told investigators that he was connected via Telegram and WhatsApp groups with several Pakistani, Indian and foreign “mujahideen”. Read Full Story He claimed that an individual named Naeem had inspired him by introducing him to the story of Pakistani “martyr” Khalid Saifullah and encouraging him to emulate his path. Faraz further alleged that he and others were instructed to create fear among people and carry out targeted killings when directed. He also claimed that members were told to prepare passports so that, when required, they could travel to Pakistan via a third country to receive militant training. LED ORDINARY LIFE, SAY NEIGHBOURS According to ATS officials, Faraz and his wife ran coaching classes for students from Classes 1 to 10 at their residence and also conducted Quran lessons every Tuesday. Faraz also worked as a compounder at a clinic in Bhopal. However, since his arrest, the clinic owner has reportedly shut the premises and gone missing. Neighbours described Faraz and his family as respectable and ordinary.
According to residents, his routine largely involved travelling between his home and the clinic. While neighbours were unaware of his alleged activities, investigators claim a different world existed inside his mobile phone. Authorities allege that he circulated videos through Telegram and WhatsApp groups and encouraged young people to adopt extremist views. Economically vulnerable and socially isolated youths were allegedly among the primary targets. ‘MISSION 2047’ DOCUMENT EXPOSED India Today TV has accessed documents recovered by the MP ATS from Faraz, including the banned Popular Front of India’s (PFI) “Mission 2047” document. Similar documents were reportedly recovered by the NIA in Kerala in 2022 and by the Maharashtra ATS from accused persons arrested in 2024. The document reportedly states that by 2047, political power should be restored to the Muslim community, which it claims was “unjustly taken away” during British rule. It identifies the social and economic upliftment of the Muslim community as the first step towards this objective. It further argues that such development would pave the way for political empowerment, creating a cycle of greater development and increased political influence. The document notes that, historically, Muslims have often lived as minorities and argues that majority status is not necessary for political success. It further claims that even if 10 per cent of the total Muslim population unites behind the PFI, it could exert significant influence and restore what it describes as the “glory of Islam in India.” The objective of establishing Islamic rule is described as central and non-negotiable.
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