Born: 1990;

Place of Birth: India;

Gender: Male;

Nationality: Indian;

General Info:
Mohsin Sayyed claimed that he has been influenced by Islamic State propaganda videos and accepted a plea admitting guilt for joining the Islamic State terrorist group in 2015 and convicted him on charges under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

The court explained to the accused the charges he face and the punishment that can be imposed on him if convicted.

Sayyed can face a minimum sentence of three years and a maximum of life imprisonment.

According to the prosecution, four men had allegedly left their homes in suburban Malvani in Mumbai to join the Islamic State.

Sayyed and Rizwan Ahmed had instigated, intimidated and influenced vulnerable Muslim men from Malvani and compelled them to join the Islamic State terrorist group and become Fidayeen fighters.