
In what was a high-tension moment caught on camera, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel stationed at Delhi's Jama Masjid Metro Station chased down an NRI man who attempted to flee following a baggage screening alert on Sunday, October 18.
In a video posted by CISF on its X handle (formerly Twitter), an NRI suspect can be seen bypassing security protocols and running toward the exit gates after a baggage scan flagged an alarming anomaly. The alert CISF personnel immediately followed the man and intercepted him before he could escape from the premises.
The timely chasing down of the suspect, who claimed to be a resident of Kuala Lumpur, highlighted the high level of vigilance maintained by security forces across the Delhi Metro rail network.
Jama Masjid Metro Station is located in Old Delhi and serves as a key transit hub along the Delhi Metro network's Violet Line. This metro station connects major commercial hubs and tourist landmarks, making high-level security screening essential at all times.
However, the calm of the transit station was shattered when an X-ray Baggage Inspection System (XBIS) flagged a suspicious, dense object in the passenger’s bag. Sensing that the screening team had identified the anomaly, the suspect made a desperate attempt to break away and head for the exit.
In 27-second CCTV footage shared by CISF on its X handle, the man was seen talking on a phone before attempting to slip via an escalator to the exit course. Anticipating his movement, the CISF Jawan kept a close watch on him and ran up the adjacent stairs, outpacing him to cut off his escape route and successfully pinning him down near the exit gates.
CISF’s Swift Response: Suspicious Person Apprehended While Attempting to Escape at Metro Station!
Alert CISF personnel at Jama Masjid Metro Station of DMRC sprang into action when a passenger attempted to flee after a suspicious, dense object appeared on the XBIS screen during baggage screening.
Demonstrating quick reflexes and effective coordination, CISF personnel immediately pursued and apprehended the fleeing passenger near the exit gate.
Further examination of his belongings revealed an unidentified semi-solid substance concealed in a stitched portion of his undergarment. The passenger, who claimed to be an NRI residing in Kuala Lumpur, along with his belongings, was handed over to the police for further investigation.
The swift action and alertness of CISF personnel highlight their prompt response and commitment to ensuring metro security.
#CISF #MetroSecurity #Vigilance #QuickResponse
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— CISF (@CISFHQrs) October 19, 2026
Following the dramatic interception, a physical check of the passenger revealed an unidentified semi-solid substance carefully concealed within a stitched portion of his undergarments. Since the body scanning system had flagged the anomaly during preliminary checks, security personnel wasted no time in executing the takedown.
The suspect, who is reportedly from Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia as an NRI citizen, was subsequently handed over to the local police for detailed interrogation and forensic analysis to determine the exact nature and origin of the substance.
CISF personnel's quick response to catch the fleeing passenger at Jama Masjid Metro Station has drawn widespread praise on social media, especially X (formerly Twitter), with users and netizens commending the jawan's alertness, presence of mind, and swift action.
Taking to their X handles, many users congratulated the CISF team for its vigilance and quick response, with several praising the jawan's alertness even while he was engaged in another conversation. Others called for the personnel to be rewarded for their prompt and quick action.
Another section of netizens praised the CISF jawan's fitness and quick reflexes, particularly how he took the stairs and managed to intercept the fleeing passenger near the exit. Several users also highlighted the importance of situational awareness and vigilance, applauding the personnel for acting swiftly after the screening alert.
@CISFHQrs Congratulations to the CISF team, very proactive and swift action against the suspicious person.
Kudos to the whole team 👏
— ghatak (@Neetivaan) October 19, 2026
@CISFHQrs Even he was talking to his colleague , but he didn't loose his attention and alertness...Great work 🙌🙏🙏 @CISFHQrs
— JosD92 (@JosD92official) October 19, 2026
@CISFHQrs Great situational awareness shown by the CISF personnel.
— Harsh Chaudhary (@Itz_harsh7) October 19, 2026
@CISFHQrs @anujdhar CISF has always been outstanding and super alert in many such situations.
Proud of them.
— विजेंद्र Vijendra🇮🇳 (@Vijendra1Verma) October 19, 2026
@CISFHQrs CISF personnel literally hunted him while speed running the stairs🤩
— Dr zoro (@zoro_piece_) October 19, 2026
Amazing! What a prompt response by the CISF personnel. They deserve to be commended by the DG @CISFHQrs!
@HMOIndia
— Shesh Paul Vaid (@spvaid) October 19, 2026
Brilliant action by @CISFHQrs 👏👏 https://t.co/VMlFkfjVNa
— Deepika Narayan Bhardwaj (@DeepikaBhardwaj) October 19, 2026
The man was alert every second.
— amit kilhor (@amitkilhor) October 19, 2026
presence of mind 🙌
— HUNT0810 (@hunt0810) October 19, 2026
Without worrying for whats in the bag. The lion from CISF apprehended the subject.
Salute.
— Vikrant (@Vikspeaks1) October 19, 2026
Amazing courage (and fitness) shown by the CISF personnel 👏🏼
— Akshita Nandagopal (@Akshita_N) October 19, 2026
🚨 Quick Action 🔥
Excellent response by CISF personnel!
— Col Umesh Varma-(Retd)🇮🇳 (@UmeshCol) October 19, 2026
Chad took the stairs and still outran with the guy running on a upwarding going escalator. Damn. Hot
— GrindDead (@GrindDead_) October 19, 2026
Should reward such brave and alert personnel
— LearningPoint (24x7 Chatterboxes) (@learning_pt) October 19, 2026
The Most Powerful Video of the Day!
The moment a suspicious object was spotted in a man’s bag at Jama Masjid Metro Station, he tried to flee.
But a brave CISF jawan was quicker than him and swiftly caught him!
Salute 🫡🇮🇳 https://t.co/P8xhIOkKxJ
— Swaksh Tripathi (@SwakshTripathi) October 19, 2026
Well… Jama Masjid Metro Station. Why am I not surprised?
Next-level reflexes and sharp focus! Absolutely brilliant work. Great job officer! 🫡
— Radio Wali Ladki 🇮🇳 (@RadioLadki) October 19, 2026
According to reports, the suspect was handed over to the local police along with his belongings and the unidentified semi-solid substance for further investigation.
The nature of the substance and the circumstances surrounding its concealment remain unclear, with authorities yet to determine what it was.
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