Hashim Musa, a Pakistani terrorist, was behind the deadly Pahalgam attack. He killed 26 people, mostly tourists. Investigators recently revealed that Musa was once a para commando in Pakistan’s special forces. This new information now confirms Pakistan’s Army and ISI’s involvement in the attack. It supports India’s earlier claims of cross-border links to the massacre.
Musa’s Mission in Jammu and Kashmir
Musa is now a key member of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). He was sent to Jammu and Kashmir to target non-locals and security forces. According to sources, this was part of a larger plan to create chaos. Musa’s mission aimed at hurting both civilians and military personnel.
Ties Between Terror Groups and Pakistan’s Military
The attack shows the close relationship between Pakistan’s military and terror groups. A security official said, “It is possible that Pakistan’s special forces, like the Special Service Group (SSG), lent him to LeT.” The SSG is known for elite training in covert operations. They often cooperate with terror groups on specific missions.
ISI’s Direct Involvement in the Attack
Musa’s military background came to light during the interrogation of 15 Kashmiri overground workers (OGWs). These workers helped the attackers with logistics and reconnaissance. A senior officer explained, “This points directly to the ISI’s role in the Pahalgam attack.” The officer also linked the ISI to other terror attacks in Kashmir, like Gagangir and Buta Pathri.
Musa: The Common Link
Musa is the common link in all three attacks. Local terrorists, Junaid Ahmad Bhat and Arbaaz Mir, trained in Pakistan, were also involved in the Gagangir and Buta Pathri attacks. However, security forces killed both in separate encounters in November and December 2024.
In conclusion, these findings strengthen the connection between Pakistan’s military and terror groups. They further validate India’s concerns over cross-border terrorism. The investigation continues.
