India, Nov. 11 -- The seizure of nearly 2,900kg of explosive and inflammable materials, assault rifles, pistols and improvised device making components during raids in Faridabad by the Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana Police on Monday has put the spotlight on how the state is emerging as a safe haven for terror operatives.

The joint operation that led to the arrest of seven people, including doctors, linked to terror outfits operating from Pakistan, is a wakeup call for the Haryana Police, says former Uttar Pradesh (UP) director general of police (DGP) Prakash Singh.

Endorsing his views, a former DGP of Haryana, requesting anonymity, said this episode underscores the growing footprint of terror networks in the state and brings to the fore ...