Jyoti Malhotra’s Spy Link: YouTuber in Contact with Pak Official Danish
When police checked her house, they found a diary where she wrote about her trip to Pakistan. In one part, she called Pakistan “colourful” and “crazy.”
Hisar (Haryana) [India], May 21: Once famous for her travel videos under the channel Travel with JO, Jyoti Malhotra now finds herself in police custody. She was arrested from her home in Hisar, Haryana, after officials claimed she had been in direct touch with a Pakistani officer named Danish. From November 2023 to March 2025, the two were said to be speaking regularly. The calls and chats between them have now put Jyoti under serious suspicion.
Online Fame That Turned Risky
Jyoti had more than 3.7 lakh subscribers, and her travel vlogs often showed beautiful destinations and cultural experiences. Her viewers never imagined that behind those videos, she was also talking to someone from the Pakistan High Commission. Her laptop and phones were taken by the police, who are now checking all her files. This case shows that even the online world is not free from danger and tricks.
Agencies Step In With Serious Questions
Soon after her arrest, top Indian agencies like the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) started asking her questions. Her links with other influencers are also being checked. Many believe she was being used by people from across the border. Police say Danish, the man from Pakistan, was trying to train her and use her as an asset. The officials are now working to see how deep this network goes.
A Diary That Said A Lot
When police checked her house, they found a diary where she wrote about her trip to Pakistan. In one part, she called Pakistan “colourful” and “crazy.” She also wrote how people there treated her kindly. She even asked Pakistani officials to protect temples and help families meet across borders. But now that diary is with the police, as they believe it might hold important details about her real purpose of visit.
From Wanderlust to Watchlist
Jyoti had travelled to many places – not just Pakistan, but also China, Dubai, Nepal, and others. Her passport was issued in 2018 and is valid till 2028. Police are checking if her travels had more reasons than just tourism. Jyoti is one of 12 people caught in the past few weeks under spying charges. The court will now decide what happens next, but this story shows how quick fame can turn into serious trouble.
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