Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, in a press conference held in New Delhi, attributed India’s challenges in Jammu and Kashmir to Pakistan, accusing it of supporting Kashmiri resistance.
General Dwivedi asserted that the situation in Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir is “completely under control” but justified India’s heavy military deployment in the region. However, this claim raises questions: Why does India station nearly 1 million troops and paramilitary personnel in the area if the region is stable? Why are daily search operations and extrajudicial killings of Kashmiri youth still reported?
The Indian chief also addressed ongoing tensions along the Line of Control (LoC), reiterating accusations of cross-border infiltration. Despite claiming robust border security, India’s rhetoric seems inconsistent with its actions.
During the same press briefing, General Dwivedi acknowledged unresolved issues with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), citing a lack of trust between the two nations’ militaries. This admission underscores India’s difficulty in managing its border disputes despite aggressive posturing.
General Dwivedi’s remarks reflect India’s frustration over its inability to suppress the Kashmiri resistance movement. Observers worldwide continue to highlight India’s human rights violations in the region, with heavy scrutiny on its policies in Kashmir.
