Hashim Musa Masterminds Deadly Pahalgam Terror Attack

Hashim Musa, a former para-commando of Pakistan's Special Service Group, is identified as the mastermind behind the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which killed at least 25 tourists and a pony operator. After infiltrating India in 2023, Musa joined Lashkar-e-Taiba and has led multiple attacks using advanced military tactics and sophisticated weapons, targeting non-local civilians and Indian security forces. Investigations, supported by interrogation of local overground workers, directly link Musa’s operations to Pakistani military and ISI support. In response, New Delhi has suspended bilateral agreements and visa services with Pakistan, further straining relations between the two countries. Musa remains at large in south Kashmir, with authorities offering a significant reward for information leading to his capture. The attack underscores a move toward more organized, professionally executed cross-border terrorism backed by Pakistan and has intensified demands for international accountability.