The Indian Army’s recent claims of a surgical strike carried out by SSG troops well inside the Area of Responsibility (AOR) of Srinagar Corps has sparked significant controversy and debate. Kamkari, located 20 kms away from the LOC and 6 kms southwest of the village Machil in Kupwara, is alleged to be the site of SSG operation. The Indian Army’s dubious claims portray Pakistan as a perennial aggressor, aiming to distract from its internal issues and failures in IIOJ&K.
False flag operations, where a country conducts a covert operation to appear as if it was carried out by another entity, have been a notable strategy in the Indian Army’s and Govt’s playbook.
These operations serve multiple purposes: justifying increased military presence, diverting attention from internal problems, and vilifying Pakistan at the international stage, India’s personal favorite.
India’s strategy in countering this indigenous movement has been to build a narrative of counter-terrorism, casting itself as a victim of cross border terrorism. This narrative conveniently shifts the blame onto Pakistan. The recent hue and cry about terror incidents in Kashmir are part of this broader strategy.
By portraying every act of resistance as terrorism sponsored by Pakistan, India aims to garner international sympathy and support, while simultaneously justifying its repressive measures in the region.
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