In a significant counter-terrorism operation, Delhi Police have successfully foiled a major terrorist plot aimed at disrupting Diwali festivities in the Indian capital. The police arrested two individuals, both named Adnan, who were allegedly planning to carry out explosions in crowded areas, including a prominent mall and a public park. Preliminary investigations reveal that the suspects were using multiple Instagram accounts to disseminate extremist content and maintain communication with foreign handlers, suspected to be based near the Syria-Turkey border. During the arrests, authorities seized incriminating evidence, including a laptop, pen drives, Daesh propaganda material, electronic components, and a wristwatch believed to be intended for constructing an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). One of the suspects had previously been arrested in June 2024 by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad for issuing online threats. The second suspect, whose father is a government employee, was apprehended on October 16. The Special Cell, led by Inspector Sunil and Inspector Dhiraj, had been monitoring the suspects for months, with parallel investigations in Delhi and Bhopal. Interrogations are ongoing to uncover potential network members, and searches are being conducted at multiple locations linked to the duo. This operation highlights the persistent threat of terrorism during festive seasons and the vigilance of Indian security forces in safeguarding public safety.