Health worker in Kutch nabbed for espionage
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Gujarat ATS arrested Sahdavsinh Gohil from Kutch for allegedly spying for Pakistan, sharing sensitive information about security establishments after being honey-trapped. Gohil sent photos and videos to his handler, receiving Rs. 40,000 for his actions. This arrest follows similar incidents in coastal districts, highlighting ongoing espionage concerns. Separately, BSF neutralized a Pakistani intruder attempting to cross the border in Banaskantha.
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