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India Rejects Pakistan's "Baseless" Balochistan Allegations as Deflection Tactic

India has firmly rejected Pakistan's allegations of involvement in the recent violence in Balochistan, labeling them as "baseless" and a tactic to deflect from Pakistan's internal problems. The Ministry of External Affairs, through spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, stated Pakistan should address its people's demands rather than make frivolous claims. This came after Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi accused India, with India countering by highlighting Pakistan's record on human rights in the region. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for widespread coordinated attacks, resulting in significant Pakistani security casualties, while Pakistan's military reported killing dozens of militants in response.

Key Points: India Rejects Pakistan's Claims on Balochistan Violence

  • India rejects Pakistan's allegations
  • Calls it a deflection tactic
  • BLA claims major attacks in Balochistan
  • High casualties reported in clashes
  • Operation targets Pakistani security
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"Baseless": India rejects Pakistan's "usual tactics to deflect attention" over violence in Balochistan

India dismisses Pakistan's allegations over Balochistan attacks as "baseless," urging focus on internal issues and human rights record instead.

"We categorically reject the baseless allegations made by Pakistan, which are nothing but its usual tactics to deflect attention from its own internal failings. - MEA press release"

New Delhi, February 1

India on Sunday strongly rejected Pakistan's allegations regarding recent violence in Balochistan, calling them "baseless" and an attempt to deflect attention from Pakistan's internal issues.

Official spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal, stated that Pakistan should focus on addressing the demands of its people rather than making frivolous claims.

"We categorically reject the baseless allegations made by Pakistan, which are nothing but its usual tactics to deflect attention from its own internal failings," read the MEA press release.

This response comes after Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi alleged India's involvement in the attacks. India emphasised Pakistan's poor human rights record and suppression in the region.

"Instead of parroting frivolous claims each time there is a violent incident, it would do better to focus on addressing long-standing demands of its people in the region. Its record of suppression, brutality and violation of human rights is well known," added MEA release.

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) on Saturday claimed responsibility for coordinated attacks across 14 cities in Balochistan, Pakistan, as part of Operation Herof 2.0.

The attacks targeted military, administrative, and security structures, resulting in 84 Pakistani security personnel killed,18 personnel captured alive, 30 government properties destroyed or taken control of and 23 enemy vehicles set on fire

The BLA claimed to have taken control of multiple enemy posts, including the central military headquarters, and restricted enemy movement in various cities.

The operation is ongoing, with multiple units participating, including the Fateh Squad, Majeed Brigade, and the intelligence wing ZIRAB.

The BLA has received public support, with popular unity cited as a key factor in sustaining the operation. Exiled Baloch leaders and armed groups have also expressed backing for the operation.

On Saturday, Pakistan's security forces claimed that they had killed 92 militants during operations in response to a series of coordinated attacks across multiple locations in Balochistan, while 15 security personnel were killed in the ensuing clashes, according to the country's military media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), The Express Tribune reported.

According to The Express Tribune, citing a statement issued late Saturday, the ISPR claimed that militants carried out attacks in areas including Quetta, Mastung, Nushki, Dalbandin, Kharan, Panjgur, Tump, Gwadar and Pasni, targeting civilians and security installations.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The scale of the attacks mentioned is staggering. 84 security personnel killed? This isn't a small protest, it's a major insurgency. Pakistan's establishment has clearly failed to integrate Balochistan for decades. Their accusations against India are a predictable smokescreen.
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Vikram M
While I fully support India's stance, we must also be careful. The situation is volatile and such a strong public rebuke, though justified, could be used by Pakistan to further escalate rhetoric. Quiet diplomacy might sometimes be more effective than press releases.
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Priya S
The human rights record mentioned by MEA is the key point. The world often turns a blind eye to the suppression in Balochistan. India is right to highlight it. Hope the international community takes note this time.
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Rohit P
Operation Herof 2.0 sounds like a full-scale rebellion. When people across 14 cities rise up, it's not terrorism, it's a freedom struggle. Pakistan's army has only itself to blame for its brutal policies. Jaiswal sahab ne bilkul sahi kaha.
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Michael C
The conflicting casualty numbers are telling. Pakistan says 92 militants killed, BLA claims 84 security personnel killed. The truth is probably somewhere in between, but it shows the complete breakdown of state control in the region. A sad situation for the common people caught in the middle.

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