Gurpatwant Singh Pannu, the exiled chief of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), has sparked global headlines after calling the recent Pahalgam attack a “false flag operation” orchestrated by India’s intelligence agency, RAW. In a powerful video message reported by Dawn News, Pannu alleged that the deadly assault, which claimed the lives of Hindu pilgrims, was carefully staged to align with the visit of U.S. Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance.
According to Pannu, the purpose was clear: manipulate global sentiment and present India as a victim of terrorism while masking its own actions in Kashmir. He questioned, “Did the Kashmiris gain anything from this tragedy?”—arguing that such an attack only helped the Modi-led government create international sympathy and deflect scrutiny.
Who is Gurpatwant Singh Pannu?
Gurpatwant Singh Pannu is a U.S.-based legal activist and the founding face of Sikhs for Justice, a pro-Khalistan advocacy group that has long criticized India’s policies towards Sikhs and Kashmiris. SFJ often speaks out against human rights violations and has supported calls for Kashmiri independence through peaceful means.
What Happened in Pahalgam?
The attack occurred in Pahalgam, a scenic town in Indian-occupied Kashmir, known for its religious and tourist significance. According to official Indian sources, gunmen opened fire on a bus carrying Hindu pilgrims. The incident left several dead and many injured. Indian authorities quickly blamed Pakistan-based groups, continuing a familiar pattern in India’s narrative on terrorism.
However, Pannu challenges this version, stating that the timing of the Pahalgam attack, just as a high-profile American politician visited, raises serious questions. He claims that India has a history of staging attacks to control narratives and suppress dissent in Kashmir.
A Pattern of False Narratives?
This isn’t the first time Indian intelligence has been accused of manipulating events. Over the years, multiple global analysts and whistleblowers have hinted at the use of false flag operations to maintain political control, rally nationalistic sentiments, and blame neighboring countries for internal unrest. Pannu added that India’s propaganda machine often uses such incidents to damage Pakistan’s image internationally.
He pointed out that India itself has been accused of sponsoring or attempting acts of violence in countries like Canada and the United States, with allegations being taken seriously by some international observers.
A Call for UN Action
Gurpatwant Singh Pannu emphasized that the solution lies not in violence or manipulation, but in justice. He urged the United Nations to enforce long-standing resolutions and grant the people of Kashmir their right to self-determination. “This is not just a Kashmir issue; it’s about human dignity and truth,” he said.
Sikhs for Justice has condemned both the violence in Pahalgam attack and the broader tactics allegedly used by the Indian state to control dissent. Pannu ended by calling on global citizens to speak up and question dominant narratives, especially when innocent lives are lost in the name of power and politics.
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