Bhubaneswar, April 12: The Odisha Crime Branch's Special Task Force (STF) has been designated as the primary agency to lead the investigation into the suspected terror links of a Bhubaneswar-based man, Sheikh Imran.

The STF will work in coordination with the Delhi Police, according to senior officials.

The 22-year-old Sheikh Imran was apprehended on Friday by a combined team from Odisha and Delhi Police on charges of involvement in anti-national activities.

"We are exploring all possible leads in this case, including his social connections, associates, financial transactions, family background, and employment history," said SP (STF) Rabindra Nath Satpathy.