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Indian Navy Sailor Arrested for Leaking Defence Data to Pakistani Operative

Indian Navy Sailor Arrested for Leaking Defence Data to Pakistani Operative

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ThreatCluster •October 4, 2026 at 09:03 UTC
  • •Indian Navy sailor Pradeep Mukherjee arrested for leaking sensitive data.
  • •He was lured into a honeytrap by a female Pakistani intelligence operative.
  • •Ongoing investigations aim to determine the extent of the data compromised.

A 31-year-old Indian Navy sailor, Pradeep Mukherjee, was arrested in Coimbatore for leaking sensitive defence information to a female Pakistani intelligence operative who lured him into a honeytrap. Mukherjee, who was attending a management course at INS Agrani, fell victim to an online scheme initiated months prior via social media. The Counter Intelligence Cell of Andhra Pradesh police monitored his activities after detecting suspicious digital footprints. Following confirmation of his role in transmitting classified information, authorities secured clearance from naval officials for his arrest. Investigations are ongoing to assess the nature and volume of the compromised information and any financial transactions linked to Mukherjee. He is currently in custody for further interrogation.

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2026-10-01
Sailor placed under surveillance
Counter Intelligence Cell detected suspicious digital footprints leading to Mukherjee's surveillance.
Timesofindia.Indiatimes
2026-10-03
Sailor arrested
Pradeep Mukherjee was arrested at INS Agrani while attending a management course.
Timesofindia.Indiatimes
2026-10-03
Initial interrogation begins
Mukherjee was taken to the Counter Intelligence headquarters for further questioning after his arrest.
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What information was leaked?
The sailor leaked sensitive details about strategic naval assets and fleet movements linked to the Visakhapatnam naval base.
What actions are being taken against the sailor?
Pradeep Mukherjee is currently in custody for interrogation, and investigations are ongoing to assess the full impact of the leak.
How did the honeytrap occur?
The Pakistani operative contacted Mukherjee on social media, gradually befriending him before extracting sensitive information.