Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah on Friday inaugurated the Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025 in New Delhi, reiterating the Government of India’s zero-tolerance policy against terrorism under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Organised by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the two-day conference brought together senior police leadership, central agencies, and domain experts to strengthen India’s counter-terrorism framework amid rapidly evolving threats.
A Strategic Platform Against Emerging Terror Threats
Addressing the gathering, Shri Amit Shah said the Anti-Terrorism Conference has evolved into a permanent and actionable national platform, where deliberations translate into year-round implementation by the NIA and state agencies. He emphasised that every terrorist incident—domestic or global—must be systematically analysed to continuously upgrade India’s counter-terrorism preparedness.
He noted that terrorism today is undergoing a technological transformation, and India must remain “two steps ahead” by anticipating future and invisible threats rather than merely reacting to past incidents.
Unveiling New Tools to Strengthen Investigations
During the event, the Union Home Minister unveiled three major initiatives:
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Updated Crime Manual prepared by the NIA
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Organised Crime Network Database
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Lost/Looted and Recovered Weapon Database
Shri Shah urged all State Directors General of Police to ensure the immediate adoption and study of the updated crime manual to improve investigation and prosecution standards across the country.
Cracking Down on Organised Crime and Terror Linkages
Highlighting the dangerous nexus between organised crime and terrorism, Shri Shah explained that criminal syndicates often begin with extortion and ransom but later fund terror networks, especially when leaders operate from foreign soil. He directed states to work closely with NIA, CBI, IB, and central databases to eliminate organised crime networks within their jurisdictions, adding that the government is preparing a 360-degree strike plan against organised crime.
Operational Successes: Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev
Referring to the Baisaran Valley terror attack, Shri Amit Shah said the incident aimed to destabilise communal harmony and disrupt Kashmir’s renewed development and tourism momentum. He highlighted that:
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Operation Sindoor punished those who planned the attack
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Operation Mahadev neutralised the terrorists who executed it
For the first time, India ensured accountability at both the planning and execution levels, delivering a strong message to Pakistan’s terror sponsors. He added that the Pahalgam terror investigation will be studied internationally and will place Pakistan under scrutiny on global platforms.
Need for a Common ATS Structure Nationwide
The Home Minister strongly advocated for a uniform Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) structure across all states, stressing that operational uniformity is essential for:
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Accurate threat assessment
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Effective intelligence sharing
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Coordinated counter-terror action
He urged states to mandatorily adopt platforms like NATGRID and NIDAAN, ensuring investigations are not conducted in isolation and that hidden linkages are uncovered.
From ‘Need to Know’ to ‘Duty to Share’
Shri Amit Shah called for a paradigm shift from “Need to Know” to “Duty to Share”, stating that siloed data and fragmented technology weaken national security. He proposed the creation of a seamless national technology and data framework, supported by the Ministry of Home Affairs, NIA, and Intelligence Bureau, to empower states with integrated systems.
Building an Impenetrable Anti-Terror Grid
Highlighting India’s growing global and economic stature, the Home Minister said that internal security challenges will rise alongside economic growth. He stressed that border security begins far beyond physical borders and that India must develop a multi-layered, technology-driven, and ruthless counter-terror mechanism capable of tackling cyber warfare, hybrid terrorism, and misuse of economic networks.
He also supported the use of Trial-in-Absentia to compel fugitives to return to India and face justice.
Conclusion
The Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025 reaffirmed India’s resolve to combat terrorism through unity, intelligence integration, operational uniformity, and technological superiority. Shri Amit Shah’s call for a ‘Team India’ approach, combined with stronger databases, common ATS structures, and proactive intelligence sharing, marks a decisive step toward building an impenetrable anti-terrorism grid for present and future generations.
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Source: PIB
