
Pakistan's Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Maj-Gen Ahmed Sharif, has made serious allegations against India. On May 7, 2024, he claimed that India's leadership is aware of "multiple threats" originating from their eastern border and are planning "diversionary tactics" to shift focus away from escalating internal violence.
Alleged Ceasefire Violations and Border Tensions
Sharif presented a list of alleged Indian transgressions along the Line of Control (LoC) - the de facto border between India and Pakistan in the disputed Kashmir region. He cited 120 instances of speculative firing, 15 airspace violations, and 59 technical air violations by India in the current year alone. Sharif condemned the targeting of civilians in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (Pakistan-administered Kashmir), asserting Pakistan's commitment to defending its sovereignty and retaliating against any perceived Indian aggression.India routinely refutes accusations of initiating ceasefire violations. The Indian government maintains that it upholds the ceasefire agreement and blames Pakistan for instigating violence along the LoC. India emphasizes its right to respond to any attacks or threats to its territorial integrity.
Criticism of India's Actions in Kashmir
The DG ISPR further criticized India's handling of affairs in Indian-administered Kashmir. He accused India of suppressing democratic voices and violating international norms through its controversial revocation of Article 370 of the Indian Constitution. This 2019 decision removed Jammu and Kashmir's semi-autonomous status, sparking widespread protests and fueling unrest in the region.India considers Kashmir an integral part of India and views the revocation of Article 370 as an internal matter. It maintains that the decision strengthens national unity and promotes socio-economic development in the region.
Allegations of Targeted Killings
Sharif also accused India of involvement in targeted killings on Pakistani soil. He specifically mentioned the deaths of Indian-origin Sikhs and Pakistani citizens Shahid Latif and Muhammad Riaz. The DG ISPR claims to possess credible evidence of Indian agents orchestrating these killings.It's crucial to remember that Pakistan's claims regarding targeted killings and India's alleged threats remain unverified. Independent corroboration is essential before drawing firm conclusions.