Intelligence agencies are closely monitoring individuals from Jammu and Kashmir who are trying to establish human rights groups to spread false narratives against the Indian government. Some journalists suspected of having ties to the ISI are also under scrutiny for allegedly being paid to write negative articles about Indian security forces. These groups aim to fabricate statistics to portray Indian armed forces as aggressors in Jammu and Kashmir.
According to an Intelligence Bureau official, these rights groups plan to create fictitious data and promote anti-India narratives on international platforms. Authorities have warned that these groups may also launch magazines to propagate misleading information about Jammu and Kashmir. Recent online conferences involving international participants have seen Kashmiri locals criticizing the government and alleging human rights violations since the revocation of Article 370.
A shift in strategy by the ISI towards soft terror tactics, including disinformation campaigns, has been observed. Officials note a decline in violent incidents and local recruitments into terror groups in Jammu and Kashmir. The ISI has reportedly enlisted individuals, some with past ties to separatist groups, to spread false narratives and generate fake content using deep fake videos and AI technology.
The ultimate goal of these efforts is to internationalize the Kashmir issue and tarnish the image of Indian authorities on the global stage. Despite these challenges, the tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir has shown resilience, contributing significantly to the region’s economy. The sector has witnessed growth, attracting millions of tourists and supporting numerous livelihoods.
