In the wake of the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that left 11 civilians dead and dozens injured, the Indian government is preparing a multi-pronged diplomatic offensive to expose and isolate Pakistan over its continued support to cross-border terrorism and terror financing networks.
Top officials in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that India will raise the issue at several upcoming international forums, including the United Nations, the G20 anti-corruption working group, and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), where Pakistan remains under scrutiny for inadequate measures against terrorism financing.
Pahalgam Attack Sparks International Outcry
The attack, which occurred on April 29, targeted a tourist convoy and has been attributed to Pakistan-backed terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Intelligence sources revealed that the perpetrators received logistical support and funding routed through illicit hawala networks with origins in Pakistan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level security meeting soon after the attack, vowing a strong response both on the ground and through diplomatic channels. “This act of cowardice will not go unanswered. India will expose every hand behind this violence,” he stated.
India’s Diplomatic Playbook
India’s diplomatic outreach will focus on:
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Reviving Global Pressure Through FATF: India plans to present new evidence to the FATF linking Pakistan-based charities and shell organizations to the financing of groups like LeT and Jaish-e-Mohammed. New Delhi aims to push for Pakistan’s reclassification from the grey list to the black list if sufficient progress is not demonstrated.
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Targeting Financial Networks: The MEA, in coordination with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), is compiling dossiers to share with partner countries on terror-linked financial trails leading back to Pakistani soil.
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UN and Bilateral Engagements: India is also preparing to raise the issue during the UN General Assembly later this year. Simultaneously, Indian diplomats in key capitals like Washington D.C., Paris, and London are engaging with counterparts to build consensus on stricter international monitoring of Pakistan’s terror financing ecosystem.
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Engagement With Gulf Nations: Recognizing the use of remittance and charitable channels in Gulf countries for terror funding, India is expected to intensify cooperation with the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar to disrupt these financial pipelines.
Global Response So Far
Several countries, including France, the United States, and Japan, have condemned the Pahalgam attack and extended support to India’s anti-terrorism efforts. A joint Indo-French statement released on May 1 affirmed zero tolerance toward terrorism and endorsed enhanced global cooperation to curb terror funding.
Pakistan Denies Allegations
Pakistan has denied any role in the attack, calling Indian accusations “baseless and politically motivated.” However, analysts say the mounting evidence of financial and logistical links between the attackers and Pakistan-based handlers could further erode Islamabad’s credibility in global anti-terror forums.
Conclusion
As India readies its diplomatic arsenal, the Pahalgam attack appears to have reinvigorated New Delhi’s long-standing campaign to hold Pakistan accountable for fostering terrorism. The coming weeks may witness increased international scrutiny of Pakistan’s anti-terror commitments, and further hardening of India’s stance on cross-border militancy.
