Indian officials discover 'visual evidence' of a terrorist network in Pakistan

A recent Indian military operation in Pakistan has uncovered what Indian officials call undeniable evidence of a terrorist network operating openly in the town of Muridke, Punjab province.

The strike, which targeted suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) facilities, is now making global headlines after new footage and eyewitness reports surfaced, revealing the extent of Pakistan’s alleged ties to terror groups.

The Indian government says its operation was a preemptive counter-terror strike, aimed at neutralising an LeT hub.

This contradicts Pakistan’s official claim that the site was a civilian area. One of the most telling moments came shortly after the strikes, when video footage from a funeral for a slain LeT operative showed Hafiz Abdul Rauf, a senior LeT figure and brother-in-law of the internationally sanctioned Hafiz Saeed, attending the event.

In the video, Rauf stands beside the operative’s grieving father, who gave an impassioned speech, followed by chants of “Al Jihad, Al Jihad” from the crowd.

The footage, now widely shared among intelligence circles, has become a major source of embarrassment for Pakistan.

Just days earlier, its military spokesperson dismissed Rauf as nothing more than a “local cleric.”Indian officials say this proves beyond doubt that the compound hit by their forces was not civilian but rather a key operational base for LeT, an organisation banned by the United Nations and linked to numerous terrorist attacks, including the 2008 Mumbai attacks.

Muridke has long been flagged by global intelligence agencies as a hotspot for jihadist activity. While Pakistan has consistently denied any links to such groups, claiming they have been shut down, the recent events suggest otherwise.

“This is not just speculation,” said an Indian defence official.

“We have real-time, visual evidence of known terrorists operating with impunity. This shows Pakistan is not just ignoring terrorism — it’s enabling it.”

Several security analysts agree, saying that the footage from Muridke shows just how embedded terror networks remain in Pakistan.

“The funeral looked more like a public rally celebrating a martyr than mourning a civilian death,” noted one analyst.

Following these revelations, India is reportedly preparing to submit new evidence to the United Nations Security Council and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

Both organisations have previously warned Pakistan about its failure to take meaningful action against terror groups within its borders. While India’s foreign ministry has not yet made a formal announcement, insiders say a detailed briefing for strategic allies is in the works.

Meanwhile, security along India’s borders has been ramped up amid concerns of retaliation by Pakistan-based groups.

This news comes at a difficult time for Pakistan, which is already under pressure from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to implement financial reforms.

The country is also dealing with internal unrest and has recently faced criticism over its handling of drone attacks and domestic security lapses.

If international scrutiny intensifies, Islamabad could face renewed diplomatic isolation and economic consequences, especially if it's found to be in violation of anti-terrorism commitments made to global institutions.

As of 19 May 2025, tensions in the region remain high. Indian officials say they have “concrete proof” that LeT continues to operate from Pakistani soil with the support of local leadership — claims that, if verified globally, could have major consequences.