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News18
7 hours ago
- News18
After Converting Friend's Family To Islam, Chhangur Baba Got Their Daughter ‘Engaged To Grandson'
Last Updated: The conversion certificate for Sabiha was issued by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai in November 2015. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has stepped into the case involving Jalaluddin Shah, also known as Chhangur Baba. He is accused of leading a large-scale religious conversion racket across several states. Preliminary findings from the ED point to foreign funding worth around Rs 106 crore. Most of this money reportedly came from countries in the Middle East. The agency has also found illegal assets linked to Chhangur in different parts of India. Now, new information has surfaced. As per Aaj Tak, Chhangur Baba converted his close friend Neetu, also known as Nasreen, along with her husband Naveen Rohra. Their daughter was also converted and renamed Sabiha. The conversion certificate for Sabiha was issued by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) in Dubai. It was issued in November 2015. After Sabiha turned 18, Chhangur got her engaged to his grandson, his daughter's son. However, this marriage plan did not go through. Police arrested Chhangur before the wedding could take place. The engagement was later called off. A close associate of Chhangur, Babbu Khan, revealed more details. He said that Neetu purchased land in Uttaraula, Balrampur, as dowry. A showroom worth nearly Rs 5 crore was also built on the land. The wedding was planned for August this year. At present, Sabiha is staying in Lucknow. She is living with some of Chhangur's family members. Investigating agencies are expected to question her soon. A team may also be sent to visit Neetu and Naveen's ancestral house. Officials could even go to Mumbai for more details. Chhangur Baba hails from Uttaraula in Balrampur district. He has strong connections in the Gonda district too, especially in the Retavagada area of Dhanepur. He was slowly building his network in nearby areas like Wazirganj and Nawabganj. These places are close to Ayodhya, giving the racket a sensitive edge. Now, the ATS is preparing to search Chhangur's bases in Gonda. Many of his close aides are being traced and questioned. More revelations are expected in the coming days. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
UP's Chhangur Baba travelled to Nepal to secure ties with Pak's ISI: Sources
In a fresh and explosive revelation, sources have revealed that Jalaluddin alias Chhangur Baba - the self-styled godman at the centre of a multi-state religious conversion racket - had travelled to Kathmandu in a bid to strengthen ties with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). This alleged move goes beyond the ongoing illegal religious conversion case in which Baba is already facing serious from orchestrating the religious conversion of economically weak Hindu families, Chhangur was allegedly planning to establish direct links with the ISI. According to sources, he wanted Hindu women - who had been converted to Islam - to be married off to ISI agents and sleeper cell operatives in agencies arrested Chhangur Baba and his two close associates - Neetu and Naveen - just in time, thereby averting what officials described as a potential national security disaster. A recent meeting of ISI agents was reportedly held at the Pakistani Embassy in Kathmandu. A delegation from Pakistan's National Defence University also participated in the event, which was attended by ISI officials. The Pakistani delegation even visited the India-Nepal border said Chhangur was seeking to establish contact with the Pakistani Embassy through a religious leader based in Nepal, but due to security restrictions, he was unable to enter the further revealed that Chhangur was trying to establish a base in Barhni, located in Uttar Pradesh. His next plan reportedly involved bringing in batches of Rohingya refugees, falsely presenting them as Hindus, and then converting them to religious conversion network allegedly spread across multiple Indian states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Bihar, West Bengal, and various districts of Uttar Pradesh. Balrampur's Utraula region was reportedly chosen as the central hub for these operations due to its proximity to the Nepal is also said to have had connections with international Islamic organisations, including the Islamic Development Bank (Saudi Arabia), the Muslim World League, Dawat-e-Islami, and the Islamic Union of TURNS WHISTLEBLOWER?In what is being described as the biggest revelation in the case so far, Mohammad Ahmed Khan, believed to be Chhangur Baba's close aide and financial associate, has come forward with startling to Aaj Tak, India Today's sister website, Khan said, "I myself was troubled by Chhangur Baba He forcibly grabbed land worth crores that was in my name. I was his partner in financial dealings worth hundreds of crores."Khan further alleged that Chhangur Baba operated a syndicate involving land grabbing, illegal funding, and threats, run through a group known as the Rabbani Rabbani gang worked directly under Baba's instructions. They occupied land, prepared fake documents, and threatened people. The gang also had links with the late gangster Mukhtar Ansari's henchmen," Khan claimed, adding that he possesses photographic evidence of these also revealed that just before Baba's arrest, a member of the Rabbani gang managed to join the Uttar Pradesh Raksha Parishad (UP Defence Council), fuelling concerns about the gang's influence within administrative said he met Changur Baba in 2023 and had no association with him before that."He tried to frame me in a property case, and I had to take him to court. Even after his arrest, his gang members are still active and capable of executing large-scale plans," he Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), which is investigating the case, has said that Changur Baba is accused of converting over 1,500 Hindu women and thousands of other non-Muslims to Islam through coercion and inducement.- EndsMust Watch
News18
3 days ago
- News18
Chhangur Baba Case New Details: ‘Pastors Involved Too'. They ‘Eyed' Dalits & Poor, Then Gave Money
Last Updated: To influence underprivileged families, Chhangur Baba would allegedly first offer small amounts of cash (Rs 100 to Rs 200 per day) along with basic jobs. Jamaluddin, also known as Chhangur Baba, was arrested in Balrampur, Uttar Pradesh, over allegations of illegal religious conversions. As the investigation progresses, new details continue to emerge which shed light on how wide the network allegedly was and the methods used to target people from underprivileged backgrounds. According to a report in Amar Ujala, the network allegedly focused on poor families. Authorities claim that people were influenced through money, land benefits and promises of a better life. Conversion Tactics As per Amar Ujala, to influence people, Chhangur Baba would first offer small amounts of cash (Rs 100 to Rs 200 per day) along with basic jobs like cleaning or caring for animals at his residence. He then gradually pressured them to convert. Two accused, Mehboob and Naveen Rohra, were said to be in charge of this part of the operation, which generated income while expanding the reach of the network. The report mentioned that a man named Sanchit, who worked as a cleaner for Chhangur, claimed that he was offered Rs 5 lakh to convert. When he refused, he was falsely implicated in a rape case, according to Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) statement as cited in the report. Chhangur had also purchased land in at least six locations within Utraula, as per the report. He developed two complexes and was involved in land plotting. The profits from these ventures were used to fund conversion activities. Collaboration With Christian Missionaries One of the more serious claims highlighted in the report involves links between Chhangur and Christian missionaries operating in seven districts near the Nepal border. The pastors were allegedly paid to provide details of Dalits, underprivileged, seriously ill and economically weak people of the selected areas. These individuals were then approached with help offers, financial support and the promise of improved living standards. The report mentions that missionaries in Devipatan Mandal had assigned preachers based on caste and community. It made it easier to gain trust and push for conversions. The Strategy Investigators claim that Chhangur often used accused Neetu (alias Nasreen) and her husband Naveen (alias Jalaluddin) as examples to persuade others. He would reportedly tell Hindu families how the couple, originally Sindhi, became wealthy and successful after accepting Islam, owning a house, car and enjoying a better lifestyle. Nasreen allegedly managed the records of expenses incurred for conversions. Naveen, on the other hand, handled local administration and police coordination. 'Mission Abaad' Former Intelligence Bureau officer Santosh Singh, quoted in the report, described Chhangur Baba as a 'link" in the larger 'Mission Abaad" network. He said that this mission aimed to increase the population of certain groups in Terai and Madhesh regions between India and Nepal. Singh mentioned that some efforts were being made to bring in people from Assam and West Bengal under the pretext of education. ED Tightens Financial Probe The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is expanding its financial investigation in the case. As per the sources, ED is examining the last 10 years of Income Tax returns for 40 entities reportedly created by the group. These are suspected to be shell companies used for routing illegal funds. Over 100 bank accounts have been identified and bank statements are being collected. The agency has reportedly traced six overseas accounts with significant funds transferred from Arab nations. Sources said that all properties, assets and linked entities are under review. The ED is preparing to seek custody of Chhangur and may initiate action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). view comments First Published: July 13, 2025, 07:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Chhangur Baba: Foreign funds used for propagating Islam, not conversions
Lucknow: Jamaluddin, alias Chhangur Baba of UP's Balrampur, the alleged mastermind of illegal mass religious conversions, has admitted to receiving crores of rupees from abroad, but claimed the funds were intended for religious propagation and spiritual events, not proselytisation. He also admitted to organising foreign tours using these funds. However, ATS officials suspect that these religious programmes were merely a facade for conversion activities. Chhangur and his associate Neetu alias Nasreen, were taken to the Balrampur mansion on Saturday, where ATS identified rooms allegedly used for "conversion counselling" sessions. Neetu's role in luring vulnerable women and families is also under scrutiny. A probe into his Balrampur mansion revealed the presence of a controversial text titled Shijr-e-Tayyaba, which was allegedly used to brainwash Hindu women into religious conversion. The book, as per police, was self-published by Chhangur and served as a strategic tool in his indoctrination network. The agency is now mapping the financial trail across multiple bank accounts and probing potential foreign links, including travel facilitated through Nepal-issued passports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo ATS has uncovered that four Nepal-issued passports, allegedly linked to the Chhangur gang, were used for travel to Dubai, indicating a broader international conversion-funding racket. Chhangur admitted that several large donations were routed through various bank accounts under the guise of religious events, raising suspicions that these events masked covert conversion operations, an ATS source said. Investigators believe that Chhangur orchestrated an emotional and religious takeover of a family from Rohara, Balrampur. He allegedly convinced the couple — Naveen and Neetu — to convert to Islam, promising them a child through his "spiritual blessings". An ATS source claimed that Chhangur attempted to exploit the Rohara family's trust in order to gain control over crores worth of property. Their daughter, renamed Sabiha post-conversion, is now believed to have been targeted for a future nikah with Chhangur's grandson, allegedly to secure her inheritance, police claimed. Enforcement Directorate (ED) has been provided with a copy of the FIR and is preparing to initiate demolition and attachment proceedings against illegal properties linked to him. Mohammad Ahmad Khan, Chhangur's key financial operator, allegedly managed transactions after latter's accounts were frozen and is currently under ATS probe. All involved to face action: UP DGP Anyone found to be financially or physically involved in Chhangur's illegal conversion network will face strict legal action, UP DGP Rajeev Krishna said Saturday. "Multiple angles are being examined, including demographic and Islamic conversion-related dimensions," he said, adding that if needed, assistance from central or other investigative agencies will be sought to uncover the full extent of the case. "To get to the bottom of this conspiracy, we are open to taking help from any agency necessary," he said.
India Today
4 days ago
- India Today
Project, kajal, deedar: Chhangur Baba's codewords for conversion revealed
The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has uncovered a web of coded language used by self-styled godman Jalaluddin alias Chhangur Baba to orchestrate a massive illegal religious conversion racket, with young women often being the primary to ATS sources, Chhangur used innocuous-sounding codewords to hide the true nature of his activities during conversations with aides. In this secret lingo, 'project' referred to the targeted girls, 'mitti palatna' meant religious conversion, and 'kajal karna' implied mentally influencing or manipulating someone. When he said 'deedar', he was referring to an arranged meeting with say that through these coded exchanges, Chhangur Baba promised marriage and a new life post-conversion, often luring women with dreams of jobs, scholarships, or opportunities abroad. Some were even told they'd receive free education at Islamic seminaries or help to find work overseas - particularly in Gulf countries. Mentions of contacts in Nepal and the Middle East were used to build credibility and expand the network. The revelations are part of a larger investigation into a well-funded conversion syndicate. Chhangur Baba is already under the scanner of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for alleged money laundering and accumulation of illegal wealth estimated at over Rs 100 crore. The ED believes he used foreign donations, much of it routed through illegal hawala channels via Nepal, to fund mass conversions, particularly targeting underprivileged Hindu allege Chhangur Baba operated from the Chand Auliya Dargah and had opened over 100 bank accounts across India and Nepal. Nearly Rs 500 crore in foreign funding was received over three years, with Rs 300 crore allegedly funneled in illegally through border districts like Kathmandu and Banke, and Rs 200 crore verified through official routes. These funds are suspected to have come from Muslim-majority countries, including Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the ATS arrested Chhangur Baba and his close aide Neetu alias Nasreen on July 5 from a hotel in Lucknow. Both remain in custody. Investigators found 40 bank accounts holding Rs 106 crore linked to Chhangur and are examining digital devices to trace his financial and communication state government has begun cracking down on properties linked to the accused. A Rs 5 crore, 40-room mansion illegally built by Chhangur Baba in Balrampur was razed using bulldozers, while other assets in Bahraich and surrounding districts are also under Minister Yogi Adityanath has labelled Chhangur Baba's activities as ATS, ED and central agencies like the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) are now collaborating to map the full extent of his operation, both in India and abroad.- EndsMust Watch
