The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken a significant step by filing an additional chargesheet against four individuals in connection with the Thane fake currency case. Among the accused is a designated terrorist who goes by various aliases, including 'Uncle,' 'Javed Patel,' and 'Javed Chikna.'
The remaining three individuals mentioned in the chargesheet are Riyaz Shikilkar, Mohammad Fayaaz Shikilkar, and Nasir Chaudhari, all hailing from Mumbai.
The charges brought against them encompass pertinent sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UA(P) Act). Additionally, Fayaaz Shikilkar faces charges under the Arms Act.
It's worth noting that back in April 2022, the Thane Police had already filed a chargesheet against three other accused individuals. The case initially came to light following the confiscation of 149 counterfeit Indian currency notes, each with a denomination of Rs 2,000, from Riyaz Shikilkar.
The NIA subsequently took over the case and, in May 2023, arrested Fayaaz Shikilkar for the illegal possession of firearms.
Further investigations have unveiled that Fayaaz had been in communication with the designated terrorist 'Uncle' through WhatsApp, and they had conspired to engage in unlawful activities within India. Authorities also uncovered that Fayaaz had received funds from 'Uncle,' which were facilitated through an associate known as 'Bhai.'
As per the NIA, 'Uncle' is a wanted accused who has committed acts of terror by possessing and circulating high-quality counterfeit Indian currency notes (FCINs) with the intention of undermining India's monetary stability.
The investigative process is ongoing, with authorities diligently working to uncover additional details.
