Kochi (VSK). It looks like, Shahrooq Saifi, the Train Fire suspect enjoyed ‘necessary’ help from local as well as out of Kerala accomplices. Investigation agencies are reported to have visited Karakkad Colony, Ongallur, Pattambi, Palakkad district. It is reported that Saifi had spent some time there and had food there. He carried out his terror operations after 16 hours since he reached from Delhi. Naturally, a question arises regarding the lengthy duration he spent. The place reportedly belongs to a Panchayat ward represented by an elected member of Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), political wing of outlawed Popular Front of India (PFI). Incidentally, SDPI workers of that ward are reported to have gone underground since the terror act.
Saifi purchased petrol from a filling station which was about 3 kms away. Again, there is a question, why did he avoid a filling station near the railway station he alighted at. Agencies are examining the petrol station to explore more details.
Now, Saifi complains physical indisposition. But doctors maintain that he does not suffer any major health issue. He still undergoes interrogation. Agencies are determined to trace the co-conspirators and the helping hands.
