Unraveling the Hyderabad Connections of Sajid Akram

Sajid Akram, linked to a terrorist attack in Australia, visited Hyderabad six times since leaving India in 1998. His visits were family-related, for settling property matters, and to visit relatives. Police found no evidence of radicalization links in Hyderabad.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Hyderabad | Updated: 19-12-2025 22:46 IST | Created: 19-12-2025 22:46 IST
Unraveling the Hyderabad Connections of Sajid Akram
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Sajid Akram, implicated in a mass shooting incident in Australia, has visited Hyderabad multiple times following his departure from India in 1998, authorities reveal.

According to Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy, Akram's visits to the city over 27 years have primarily been for family-related matters, including property settlements and visiting relatives.

Despite questions surrounding potential local connections or radicalization, police found no evidence suggesting Hyderabad played a role in his alleged radical activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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