Indian intelligence agencies have alerted that the ISI (Inter-Services Intelligence) continues to attempt to expand its espionage network in India, having been active in this domain despite numerous cases being dismantled last year. Beyond espionage, the ISI is also set to launch extensive disinformation campaigns targeting the Indian armed forces, aiming to sow doubt about their capabilities and incite protests questioning government policies. This strategy is designed to make violence and terrorism appear home-grown, allowing for plausible deniability for Pakistan.
Further, the ISI is focused on establishing terror modules domestically, similar to a recently exposed network in Faridabad. While direct infiltration attempts have become challenging due to heightened security after ‘Operation Sindoor’, there is a concerted effort towards creating espionage networks, especially targeting armed forces intelligence.
Additionally, the ISI is looking to exploit vulnerabilities in individuals—those facing personal issues or financial hardships—using methods like honey-trapping to further its network. The motivations behind these strategies are partly associated with Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir’s aspirations, who seeks to divert attention from domestic issues by potentially igniting conflict with India, believing he may have U.S. support in such a scenario.
In response to these threats, the Indian government has launched the National Counter Terrorism Policy, aiming to provide uniform security preparedness at all levels of law enforcement to counter Pakistan’s ongoing attempts to disrupt India’s national security.
