Hyderabad: Controversy has erupted after Saifullah Kasuri, deputy chief of Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba and alleged mastermind of the Pahalgam terror attack, made provocative statements against India, exposing the close ties between Pakistan’s military and terrorist organisations. Kasuri’s remarks have drawn international attention, reaffirming India’s long-standing concerns over state-sponsored terrorism.
Kasuri recently addressed students at a school in Pakistan, where he openly incited anti-India sentiment. During his speech, he claimed, “The Pakistan Army welcomes me with respect. I am invited to offer prayers at the funerals of fallen Pakistani soldiers. Even India fears me.” Experts and media commentators criticised the remarks for promoting extremist ideology among young children, highlighting concerns over indoctrination in educational institutions.
🚨🇵🇰👹 Osint Alert:
Straight from the horse’s mouth.
Pahalgam mastermind and Lashkar-e-Taiba Deputy Chief Saifullah Kasuri openly claims that the Pakistan Army invites him to lead funeral prayers of its own soldiers. He boasts that India is rattled and fearful of his presence.… https://t.co/4CDcKPXY8i pic.twitter.com/PQtieLZ5Il
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Pakistan has long denied any official links between its military and terrorist groups on international platforms. However, Kasuri’s statements contradicted these claims, revealing that terrorists are officially welcomed at military funerals and reinforcing allegations of collusion between Pakistan’s armed forces and terror outfits targeting India.
The Pahalgam attack prompted India to launch “Operation Sindoor,” which inflicted significant damage on groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. Despite this, intelligence reports indicate that these organisations are attempting to recover, focusing on raising funds and recruiting new militants to target India again.
Security experts warn that the renewed recruitment and mobilisation of terror operatives by these groups pose serious threats to national security. Authorities continue to monitor developments closely, urging vigilance in the face of potential future attacks.