India on Sunday categorically dismissed Pakistan's allegations of an Indian link to a militant attack on a Sindh Rangers compound in Karachi that left four paramilitary personnel dead. The External Affairs Ministry urged Islamabad to look inward and take credible action against terror infrastructure on its territory.
Attack Details and Casualties
Reports from Islamabad stated that Pakistani security forces killed six terrorists and captured another alive after thwarting a brazen attack by militants on a Sindh Rangers compound in Karachi on Saturday night. The assault resulted in the deaths of four paramilitary personnel and marked the city's first major terrorist strike since October 2024.
India's Response to Allegations
Responding to a media query, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “We have seen Pakistani reports making baseless allegations against India regarding the recent incident in Karachi. We categorically reject them. Instead of pointing fingers at others, Pakistan would do better to look inwards, take credible action against the terror infrastructure on its territory and rid itself of its proclivity to rely on terrorism as an instrument of state policy.”
Pakistan's Interior Minister's Remarks
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi strongly condemned the attack and alleged an Indian link to the strike. However, Indian officials dismissed these claims as unfounded and urged Pakistan to focus on combating terrorism within its borders.
Broader Implications for Regional Security
The attack underscores ongoing security challenges in Pakistan, particularly in Karachi, which has experienced a period of relative calm since late 2024. India's firm rejection of the allegations reflects the long-standing tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, with India consistently accusing Pakistan of harboring and supporting terrorist groups. The incident is likely to further strain diplomatic relations, with India calling for concrete action against terror networks operating from Pakistani soil.
