INDIAN Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during an address, in Ladakh once again resorted to the well-worn tactic of finger-pointing at Pakistan. Modi accused Pakistan of trying to stay relevant through “terrorism” and “proxy war,” dismissing these actions as part of an “unholy plan” destined to fail. This is not the first time that such a belligerent and baseless statement has come from the Indian leadership, and it reflects a troubling pattern intended to vitiate regional tensions.
The reality is that it is not Pakistan but India that is directly or through proxies is involved in acts of terrorism in neighbouring countries and beyond. Pakistan has consistently presented evidence of Indian involvement in acts of terrorism on its soil. Recent reports highlight the assassination of two Pakistani citizens. The arrest of Indian operative Kulbushan Jadhav and his confessions are now an open secret. Jadhav’s case stands as a testament to the Indian state’s covert activities aimed at destabilizing its neighbour. Moreover, the spotlight on India’s dubious actions extends beyond Pakistan. The Canadian Prime Minister openly accused India of orchestrating the killing of a Sikh leader in Canada. Similarly, the United States disclosed that Indian officials were involved in a plot to eliminate a Sikh leader in New York. These accusations are not isolated incidents but part of a broader pattern of Indian interference and aggression. The long list of Indian crimes cannot be obscured by baseless allegations against Pakistan. Whether it is the systemic persecution of minorities within India or the grave human rights abuses in illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, these are critical issues that require the world’s attention. It is high time for the international community to take a stand and hold the Indian leadership accountable for its actions. Failure to do so risks emboldening India to continue extraterritorial operations and killings.
