New Delhi:
Former Director General of NIA (DG) Yogesh Chander Modi said on Sunday that the terrorist attack in Besaran, Pahalgam was a result of a well -coordinated conspiracy, apparently on foreign soil, ie cross the border, to create fear among tourists.
Yogesh Chander Modi spoke to IANS in a special conversation, explaining how Pakistan could not absent from the Pahalgam massacre, due to the support of terrorist outfits Lashkar-e-Tabiba (late) for its decades and decades, and also how its spy agency has conspired against the nation for decades.
In particular, a front for resistance front, Late has claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack, causing 26 civilians to be killed, mostly tourists.
Below is the complete interview of former Nia chief Yogesh Chander Modi
IANS: Did the terrorists hatch a conspiracy for the Pahalgam terror attack? Did they also conduct a recurrence? How could they plan it in advance?
Yogesh Chander Modi: Such a fierce incident cannot happen without a plan. I think the detailed plan and discussion in Pakistan would have been done, while the sleeper cells would have been activated here.
The attackers came here, some local and logical support from the residents got some local and logical support in carrying out the terrorist attack, but all these are the notion so far. Nia is investigating the allegations. Nothing can be detected so far, but it is certainly a part of the conspiracy on the foreign shores, while the terrorists infiltrated the country to execute it.
IANS: Was it a suicide mission like Pulwama attack in 2019, or was there any new modus operandi this time?
Yogesh Chander Modi: Terrorists keep changing their modus operandies over time. Pulwama took place in 2019, when he targeted the CRPF bus. This time, he targeted tourists.
And, as it is emerging that tourists were killed after religiously separated them, it certainly shows a change in their terrorist strategy.
IANS: How do you see the role of overground workers or local terrorists? Was he directed by the handler in Pakistan?
Yogesh Chander Modi: So far, there is no concrete evidence of collusion and cooperation between Pahalgam attackers and local networks in the valley. But, since the investigation details are secret, it is difficult to understand at this time. Now it cannot be said about how many terrorists came from across the border, how many local people ended them in this cowardly attack.
IANS: Do you see intelligence agencies in your mission? Did he claim by opposition parties? How big is this intelligence failure?
Yogesh Chander Modi: It is easy to dub it as an intelligence and safety failure. Such generalized statements do not help make any progress. Until time, a complete investigation is not done, calling it an intelligence failure prematurely.
IANS: Political parties are engaged in a defect on the initiative incident. Does it have the ability to derail the investigation against terrorists and their handlers?
Yogesh Chander Modi: Political fickle and political defects are natural on such an incident, but a professional investigator is not affected by such factors. The ruling distribution is firm and firm in its resolve to fight terror. While working on the government’s instructions, the agencies will complete the investigation within a stipulated time frame.
IANS: Is Pakistan’s intelligence agency, ISI, a direct hand in the Pahalgam attack?
Yogesh Chander Modi: There is nothing of resistance, but is a proxy for Lashkar-e-Taiba (late) in Pakistan. Although it acts as a latest front, the Terror Outfit has a history of getting support and support from the Pakistani spy agency. The ISI and its top machinery must have been involved in planning and plotting the city attack, although it cannot be said now what kind of support has been provided to the Lats Front for the Pahgam attacks.
IANS: What should be the strategy of the government to remove such incidents, especially in the light of the fact that the Amarnath Yatra is going to start soon?
Yogesh Chander Modi: Providing security to Amarnath pilgrims will be a paramount priority for security agencies. And, he has also proved his subtlety by organizing a safe and safe pilgrimage for Yatris. This year also, they will ensure that any horrific design is defeated to disrupt the journey.
IANS: Is there a need to improve the functioning of NIA and tracking mechanisms, especially in relation to the terror coming out of Pakistan?
Yogesh Chander Modi: Nia is a professional investigating agency and claims the best officers and investigators in her team. People with excellent and excellent skills are included in the NIA. In addition, the current NIA structure is very capable and efficient. One can expect a quick and silly outcome from his investigation.
IANS: The government has taken tough steps to teach Pakistan a lesson to support terrorist factories on its soil. What else can be done to subdue the terrorist nation?
Yogesh Chander Modi: The government will have to take calculated steps. This can not only rely on chest-cheating and take into account many professionals and opposition of its decision.
IANS: During the Pulwama attack, RDX was brought from Pakistan. Can there be a similar operation this time?
Yogesh Chander Modi: RDX has no role in Pahgam cruelty. The victims were brutally and brutally killed by firing bullets. This incident has brought humanity in shame, it will only highlight Pakistan.
IANS: Your thoughts on suggestions on increasing security measures?
Yogesh Chander Modi: The security system of the country is capable of dealing with any crisis. With efficient and effective administration, it will maximize the available human resources and develop itself in more combined force.
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