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Pakistan's ISI Using Women And Kids To Spread Terror Network: Army Report

Pakistan's ISI and terrorist leaders have been observed making a "dangerous move" by enlisting the assistance of women and minors to carry weapons and deliver messages.

In a concerning development, Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and terrorist group leaders have been observed making a "dangerous move" by enlisting the help of women and minors to carry weapons and deliver messages. This revelation comes at a time when terrorists in the Kashmir valley are using less traditional communication methods, as per an army official cited by news agency PTI on Sunday (June 11). 

Lt Gen Amardeep Singh Aujla, General Officer Commanding the Srinagar-based 15 Corps, also known as Chinar Corps, said the forces must be cautious because people on the other side of the Line of Control (LoC) are busy plotting and planning to disrupt the current peaceful atmosphere.

"As I see it, today's threat involves women, girls, and juveniles carrying messages, drugs, or, at times, weapons." So far, the army has detected some cases highlighting an emerging trend, which in and of itself is a risky move taken by Pakistan's ISI and heads of tanzeems (terror groups). We are collaborating with other agencies on this," Lt Gen Aujla was quoted as saying by PTI as saying. 

When asked if this means terror groups have stopped using mobile communication, the army officer said Techint (technical intelligence) signatures have decreased significantly. In addition, many Over Ground Workers (OGWs) who served as conduits for them have been apprehended.

"As a result, women, girls, and juveniles have been enlisted as an alternative to primarily carry messages," said the valley's top army officer.

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The army, with the cooperation of the Union Territory administration, has undertaken a series of initiatives as part of the deradicalisation strategy, one of which is the 'Sahi Rasta' (right path) programme, which has recently proven to be a game changer in the right earnest.

"We have come a long way in ensuring peace and stability in Kashmir," he said. "But I would be naive to claim an early victory because we believe that every gain must be cemented before achieving lasting peace in the Union territory," he added. 

Without naming Pakistan, Lt Gen Aujla stated that the challenge is that the neighbouring country has not abandoned its intent and is causing trouble on both sides of the Pir Panjal. His most recent infiltration attempt in the Machil sector of north Kashmir is proof of his open indulgence.

Lt Gen Aujla praised the collaboration of all security forces in ensuring an incident-free G-20 meeting recently held in the valley.

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