Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a group designated as a terrorist organization by the Indian government, has claimed that Indian intelligence agencies were behind the recent attack in Karachi. In a move that has further complicated the already volatile regional intelligence landscape, the group also issued a statement paying tribute to the Pakistani Rangers.
The claim, released through a video statement by SFJ’s general counsel, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, alleges that the Karachi incident was a deliberate attempt to destabilize the country. While the group provided no verifiable evidence to support its assertion, the accusation serves to deepen the long-standing narrative of cross-border interference between India and Pakistan.
The timing of the statement is pointed. By publicly siding with the Pakistani security apparatus, the SFJ is attempting to position itself as a strategic actor in the regional power struggle, rather than merely a secessionist movement focused on the creation of Khalistan.
Security analysts remain skeptical of the group’s claims. Many view the move as a propaganda maneuver designed to create friction between New Delhi and Islamabad, rather than a reflection of reality on the ground. The group has historically sought to cultivate alliances that challenge the Indian state, and this latest outreach to Pakistani security forces marks a shift in their typical messaging strategy.
The Karachi attack, which targeted critical infrastructure and security personnel, has left regional authorities on high alert. Intelligence agencies in Pakistan are currently investigating the origins of the assault, though they have yet to comment on the specific allegations made by the SFJ.
By inserting itself into the discourse surrounding the Karachi violence, the SFJ is attempting to gain global visibility. However, the lack of corroborating evidence suggests the statement is more about perception management than a genuine revelation of intelligence failures.
Whether this rhetoric gains traction or fades as noise, it underscores the ongoing exploitation of regional instability by fringe groups seeking to advance their own political agendas.
