The Maharashtra Anti Terrorism Squad has undertaken massive combing operations across several districts of Maharshtra, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka.
Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh ATS are also assisting the investigating team in their respective states.
Sources have confirmed to rediff.com that all known Students Islamic Movement of India operatives - acquitted or out on bail are being picked up for questioning. Teams have also started enquiring about the absconding Indian Mujahideen operatives with their respective family members.
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