Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are on high alert following revelations of recent meetings held by leaders of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), two prominent Pakistan-based terrorist organizations. These meetings have raised concerns of an escalating threat to the region, particularly targeting the upcoming Amarnath yatra pilgrimage.
Intelligence sources indicate that a meeting chaired by Amir Abdul Rehman Makki, a UN-designated terrorist and convicted financier of LeT, focused on disrupting the Amarnath yatra. In response, Indian security forces have reportedly deployed additional personnel and implemented stricter security measures to ensure the safety of pilgrims.
Simultaneously, another meeting held in Bhawalpur by Mufti Abdul Rauf of JeM, known for its involvement in major terror attacks, discussed plans to smuggle weapons into Jammu and Kashmir from the Neelam Valley in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The meeting also addressed strategies to counter informants and launch fidayeen attacks on Indian security forces.
These developments underscore the ongoing challenges faced by security forces in maintaining peace and stability in the region. The continued support provided by the Pakistani army to LeT and JeM has allowed these terrorist organizations to thrive and expand their operations. This state-sponsored backing has enabled these groups to acquire resources, recruit members, and plan attacks, thereby posing a substantial and ongoing threat to India's national security.
This threat is particularly pronounced in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), where LeT and JeM have a history of carrying out violent attacks targeting civilians, security forces, and critical infrastructure.
India has consistently raised concerns about Pakistan's support for terrorism at various international forums, calling for action to dismantle these terrorist networks. However, the lack of concrete measures from Pakistan to address these concerns remains a major obstacle in the path towards regional peace and cooperation.
