Arshad Mahmood Awan
Recent investigative reports have shed light on a deeply troubling reality: India’s intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), has been linked to a series of covert assassinations in Pakistan. This disturbing revelation, brought to the fore by The Washington Post, outlines how, since 2021, RAW has allegedly orchestrated targeted killings within Pakistan, with the explicit aim of eliminating dissidents and perceived ‘enemies’ of the Indian state. The report suggests that these operations have been executed through sophisticated networks involving intermediaries, informal banking systems, and compartmentalized operational teams, all carefully designed to maintain plausible deniability. This unprecedented series of killings has left a trail of destruction in Pakistan, with at least six individuals reportedly assassinated by Indian operatives.
These shocking claims follow a similar report from The Guardian in 2023, which detailed nearly 20 killings since 2020, attributed to unknown gunmen in Pakistan. The focus on these assassinations and covert activities has led to increasing international scrutiny of India’s actions, with concerns over its disregard for international norms and laws. These developments demand urgent attention, as India’s actions appear to not only destabilize Pakistan but could also have far-reaching global implications.
The scope of India’s operations goes far beyond Pakistan’s borders. In September 2023, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India of being involved in the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, citing “credible allegations” of Indian state agents’ involvement. This accusation was met with a robust diplomatic response, but the situation worsened when, in November 2023, the United States revealed details about a failed assassination attempt on a Sikh separatist in which an Indian government official was implicated. The US Justice Department even charged an Indian government employee with murder-for-hire and money laundering related to the plot.
In addition to these alarming developments, the mysterious death of Sikh separatist leader Avtar Singh Khanda in the UK has also raised questions about Indian state involvement. His family has suggested foul play, linking his death to Indian government agents. These revelations highlight a disturbing trend of India extending its reach beyond its borders, targeting individuals and groups that oppose or challenge its political agenda.
The growing body of evidence against India paints a clear picture of a country that is willing to export its authoritarian tactics abroad. India’s targeted killings in Pakistan, Canada, and the United States raise serious concerns about its commitment to international norms, sovereignty, and the protection of human rights. These actions have been described by analysts as acts of state-sponsored terrorism, an accusation that, if proven true, would severely tarnish India’s image on the global stage.
India’s covert assassination campaign is a flagrant violation of international law and sovereignty. For years, Pakistan has warned the international community about India’s destabilizing actions, but these warnings have largely been ignored. The international community has largely remained silent, prioritizing geopolitical interests, particularly the desire to use India as a counterbalance to China, over the need to hold India accountable for its actions.
The fact that India has been shielded from scrutiny, particularly in the West, is indicative of a broader geopolitical strategy. As a key player in the global balance of power and a critical ally in the fight against China’s rising influence, India has largely enjoyed diplomatic immunity. The West, eager to maintain its strategic alliances with India, has overlooked its human rights violations and aggressive actions against its neighbors. This unbalanced focus on India’s role in countering China has allowed India to act with impunity, free from the kind of scrutiny and accountability that would be expected of any other nation engaging in such activities.
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However, the revelations from credible sources in the West, including The Washington Post and The Guardian, have made it impossible for the international community to turn a blind eye any longer. It is increasingly clear that India’s actions are not just a threat to its immediate neighbors but to global peace and stability as well. If the global community continues to shield India from accountability, it will undermine the very principles of sovereignty and international law that are meant to maintain order and justice on the world stage.
The time has come for the international community to take a firm stand on India’s actions. State-sponsored terrorism cannot and should not be tolerated, regardless of the political or economic weight of the perpetrating nation. The evidence now emerging from credible Western media outlets and governments paints a damning picture of India’s actions, showing that it has repeatedly violated the sovereignty of neighboring countries and disregarded international norms.
The killings in Pakistan, Canada, and the United States, as well as the broader pattern of Indian state interference in other countries, represent a dangerous escalation of India’s geopolitical strategy. It is not just Pakistan that has been affected by these operations; the destabilizing ripple effects of such actions could have far-reaching consequences for global peace and security. India’s brazen actions have sent a clear message that it is willing to engage in extrajudicial killings and other covert operations without regard for the rule of law or international norms.
The international community must now act decisively to address these concerns. It is essential that India is held accountable for its actions. There must be a transparent investigation into the assassination campaigns orchestrated by RAW, and India must be called to account for its violations of international law. Furthermore, global leaders must confront India’s disregard for human rights, and international organizations, such as the United Nations, should take immediate steps to address these violations.
Pakistan has consistently raised the alarm over India’s actions and has called for international scrutiny of Indian state-sponsored terrorism. With corroborating reports from trusted Western sources, it is now imperative that the world acknowledges the gravity of India’s transgressions. The international community must demand transparency, accountability, and an end to India’s rogue behavior.
The revelations of India’s covert assassination campaign underscore the urgent need for the global community to reassess its diplomatic stance on India. India’s actions are not only a violation of Pakistan’s sovereignty but also a direct challenge to the principles of international law. If the world allows India to continue on this path, it risks undermining the very foundation of global peace and stability.
It is time for the international community to act in accordance with the values of justice, sovereignty, and the rule of law. India must be held accountable for its actions, and the world must ensure that state-sponsored terrorism is condemned unequivocally. The future of global peace depends on the willingness of the international community to stand firm against such violations and to protect the principles that ensure a stable and just world order.
