Absconding Aide of Uttar Pradesh Conversion Racket Kingpin Karimulla Shah Arrested in Nagpur

Joint Operation by Uttar Pradesh and Nagpur Anti-Terrorism Squads

Nagpur — In a joint operation conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad and the Nagpur Anti-Terrorism Squad, police arrested an absconding associate of an alleged religious conversion network operating in Uttar Pradesh. The accused, Irdul Islam, son of Ghulam Yezdani, was apprehended on January 17 from the vicinity of the Gawasiya Mosque in the Ashinagar area of Nagpur.

The arrest has revealed that the alleged “conversion syndicate” had links extending as far as Nagpur. Irdul Islam is accused of managing funds and logistics for the network allegedly headed by Chhangurbaba, also known as Jalaluddin Karimulla Shah. Investigators believe he played a key role in facilitating financial and material support for the operations of the group.

Suspicious Transactions Worth Crores in Irdul’s Bank Accounts

Irdul Islam is a native of Nagpur and is engaged in the business of installing solar power systems. He has claimed that he came into contact with Chhangurbaba only after securing a contract to install solar panels at the latter’s ashram, and has denied any involvement in religious conversion activities.

However, the Anti-Terrorism Squad has flagged bank transactions amounting to several crores of rupees in Irdul’s accounts. Investigators are probing the source of these funds and examining whether the money was used to finance conversion-related activities.

Who Is Karimulla Shah ?

Jalaluddin, also known as Karimulla Shah, is alleged to be the principal architect of the conversion network. He is said to have had longstanding connections in Nagpur before moving to Uttar Pradesh, where he allegedly built an extensive network.

According to investigators, the network targeted young women, labourers, widows, and economically vulnerable individuals, allegedly using inducements to facilitate religious conversions. Karimulla Shah was arrested on July 5, 2025. His associate, Neet Rohra, also known as Nasreen, is currently in custody.

Authorities have further stated that the racket allegedly received funding amounting to ₹100 crore from Gulf countries. Investigations into the full extent of the network and its financial channels are ongoing.