In a sensational twist to the ongoing espionage case, the Intelligence Bureau (IB) has now widened its investigation beyond Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra. A second YouTuber has come under the IB’s scanner, raising serious questions about a possible digital spy network linked to Pakistan.
Sources revealed that after interrogating Jyoti Malhotra—who was earlier questioned for alleged connections with Pakistani operatives—the agency is now probing another content creator reportedly connected to the same network. This new suspect is believed to have ties to Puri, Odisha, which is now also under scrutiny for potential espionage links.
Officials said that during her questioning, Jyoti Malhotra’s travel history, communication logs, and online activities were thoroughly examined. Her alleged interactions with foreign entities via encrypted platforms have raised major security concerns.
The Intelligence Bureau is currently examining whether these YouTubers were part of a larger disinformation or espionage ring operating through social media platforms. The investigation is focusing on how sensitive information might have been gathered and whether it was passed on to enemy nations.
This high-profile case is sending shockwaves across the digital content creator community in India, with authorities now planning stricter monitoring of online influencers and their cross-border interactions.
The government has not released official details about the identity of the second YouTuber due to the sensitivity of the investigation. However, it is expected that more arrests or detentions may follow as the inquiry deepens.
