Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir’s Support for Terror Groups in Jammu & Kashmir: A Deep Dive

Recent intelligence reports and diplomatic sources have raised serious concerns over Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir’s alleged backing of terror groups operating in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Despite Islamabad’s public denials, evidence suggests continued support for Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), and other Pakistan-based militants infiltrating India. This blog examines the specific allegations, supporting evidence, and geopolitical implications of Pakistan’s proxy war in Kashmir.

1. The Allegations: What’s Being Said?

a) Intelligence Reports on Munir’s Involvement

Indian & Western intelligence agencies have flagged that Gen. Asim Munir, since taking office in November 2022, has overseen increased support for Kashmiri militants.
Sources indicate:
- Financial & logistical aid to LeT and JeM through Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
- Reactivation of terror launch pads along the Line of Control (LoC) in PoK (Pakistan-occupied Kashmir).
- Use of drones to smuggle weapons into J&K (documented by Indian security forces).

b) Diplomatic & Military Reactions

India’s External Affairs Ministry has repeatedly called out Pakistan at UN forums for state-sponsored terrorism.
US State Department reports (2023) continue to list Pakistan as a “safe haven for terrorists”, despite Islamabad’s claims of cracking down on extremism.

2. Evidence of Pakistan’s Continued Support for Terrorism

a) Recent Terror Attacks Linked to Pakistan

Incident	Group Involved	Pakistan’s Role
Poonch Attack (Apr 2023)	JeM	Weapon traces to Pak ordnance factories
Rajouri Attack (Jan 2024)	LeT offshoot (TRF)	Communication traced to Pak handlers
Doda Encounter (June 2024)	Newly formed Kashmir Tigers	Recruits trained in PoK camps

b) Infiltration & Cross-Border Movement

2023-24 Data (Indian Army):
- 120+ infiltration attempts thwarted in J&K.
- 65% of seized weapons were Pakistani-made (M4 carbines, Chinese grenades).
Drone Drops (2024):
- Over 300 drone sightings near LoC, dropping arms, narcotics, and cash for terror cells.

c) Financial Trail & ISI Handlers

NIA Investigations (2023-24) reveal:
- Hawala networks funneling money from Pak to Kashmir militants.
- Social media recruitment by Pak-based handlers (e.g., “Kashmir Ghaznavi Force”).

3. Asim Munir’s Role: Why Now?

a) Consolidating Army’s Dominance

Munir, unlike his predecessors, has taken a hardline stance on Kashmir to assert military supremacy over civilian govt (Shehbaz Sharif).
Proxy warfare helps Pakistan’s Army justify its budget & political influence.

b) Diverting Attention from Domestic Crisis

Pakistan faces economic collapse (40% inflation, IMF bailouts) and Baloch insurgency.
Kashmir militancy is used to unite hardliners and distract from internal failures.

c) China’s Silent Backing

China-Pakistan Axis:
- CPEC security relies on Pak Army suppressing dissent (Baloch rebels).
- China blocks UN sanctions against JeM & LeT leaders.

4. India’s Counter-Strategy

a) Military & Surveillance Boost

LoC Fortification:
- Anti-drone systems deployed (Israeli & indigenous tech).
- Multi-layer fencing with thermal imaging.
Surgical Strikes & Preemptive Ops:
- 2016 (Uri) & 2019 (Balakot) set precedent for cross-border retaliation.

b) Diplomatic Offensive

Global Pressure:
- FATF grey-listing (2018-22) exposed Pak’s terror financing.
- India’s G20 meet in J&K (2023) challenged Pak’s narrative.

c) Strengthening J&K’s Security Grid

NIA Crackdowns:
- 2023-24: 100+ OGWs (Overground Workers) arrested.
Youth Rehabilitation:
- Skill development programs to counter radicalization.

5. International Response & Pakistan’s Denials

a) Pakistan’s Counter-Narrative

Munir’s Public Statements:
- Claims Pakistan is a “victim of terrorism”.
- Accuses India of “false flag ops” (e.g., 2019 Pulwama).
Diplomatic Outreach:
- Failed attempts to whitewash image via “Peaceful Kashmir” campaigns.

b) Global Skepticism

US & EU Reports:
- 2023 US Country Report on Terrorism: “LeT, JeM operate freely in Pakistan.”
- EU Parliament resolutions condemning Pak’s terror links.

Conclusion: Will Pakistan Change Its Ways?

Short-Term: Unlikely—Kashmir militancy remains Pak Army’s leverage against India.
Long-Term: Only economic collapse or global sanctions may force change.

Final Takeaway

Asim Munir’s regime follows the Pak Army’s decades-old playbook of proxy war.
India’s multi-pronged strategy (military + diplomatic) is countering Pak’s terror ecosystem.
Global pressure must intensify to cut off funding & arms to Pak-based militants.

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