Politics and Government
Politics and Government
Terrorism Declines In J&K: 80% Of Terrorists In J&K Are Pakistani, Local Recruitment Plummets
- Of the 140 terrorists currently in J&K, about 80 are north of the Pir Panjal range and the rest in the Jammu area. Heavy snow
- and this year has been particularly severe
- has reduced infiltration in north Kashmir to a trickle.
The article from MSN discusses the significant decline in terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), attributing this to a drastic reduction in local recruitment and an increase in the proportion of foreign terrorists. According to the report, 80% of the terrorists active in J&K are now from Pakistan, indicating a sharp decrease in local youth joining terrorist ranks. This shift is credited to the Indian government's stringent policies and security measures, which have not only deterred local recruitment but also led to the neutralization of many foreign terrorists. The article highlights that in 2023, only 22 local youths were recruited into terrorism, a stark contrast to previous years. Furthermore, the security forces have managed to eliminate 76 foreign terrorists, showcasing the effectiveness of their operations. The overall narrative suggests a successful containment of terrorism in the region, with local support for militancy significantly waning.
Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/terrorism-declines-in-j-k-80-of-terrorists-in-j-k-are-pakistani-local-recruitment-plummets/ar-BB1rk4HO ]
Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/terrorism-declines-in-j-k-80-of-terrorists-in-j-k-are-pakistani-local-recruitment-plummets/ar-BB1rk4HO ]
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