India loves to call itself the world’s largest democracy, a shining example of freedom and progress. But beneath this carefully crafted image lies a darker reality. Its intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), has been orchestrating a hidden campaign of violence and chaos in Pakistan. The assassination of Abdul Rehman Nizamani in May 2025 is not just a single tragedy, it’s a window into India’s systematic, state-sponsored terrorism aimed at weakening its neighbor.
On May 18, 2025, Abdul Rehman Nizamani was brutally gunned down in Badin, Sindh. This was no random act of violence. Pakistani investigators uncovered a chilling truth: the killing was planned and executed by a network controlled by RAW. The trail led to a UAE-based handler, Sanjay Sanjeev Kumar, who funneled money, hired local hitmen, and ensured the prime suspect, Salman, fled to the Gulf after the murder. This wasn’t a one-off crime, it was a carefully coordinated operation, with India’s fingerprints all over it.
The evidence is clear. Money flowed from RAW’s handler to operatives in Pakistan. Local recruits were paid to carry out the killing, and every step was meticulously planned to make it look like a local dispute. But the truth couldn’t be hidden. The Indian media’s open celebration of Nizamani’s death only confirmed what Pakistan’s security agencies already knew: this was a state-endorsed act of terror.
India’s strategy is disturbingly clear. RAW has taken a page from Israel’s playbook, using targeted assassinations to eliminate individuals it sees as threats. But the goal goes beyond silencing one person. These killings are designed to sow fear and division within Pakistan, especially among vulnerable communities where RAW can easily infiltrate. By striking from the shadows, India sends a message: it will cross borders and spill blood to serve its interests.
The Nizamani case exposed a sophisticated network. In Karachi, Pakistani authorities arrested several operatives, including the masterminds and members of the hit squad. Each arrest revealed more details: bank transactions traced to the UAE, cross-border logistics, and clear orders to eliminate the target. This wasn’t the work of rogue agents, it was a well-funded, state-backed operation.
Pakistan’s security agencies deserve praise for their swift action in unraveling this plot. But the bigger picture is alarming. RAW’s growing boldness shows how far India is willing to go to destabilize Pakistan. This isn’t a one-time event, it’s part of a broader campaign to weaken Pakistan from within while India plays innocent on the world stage.
For years, India has accused Pakistan of supporting militancy, painting itself as a victim of terrorism. The Nizamani case flips this narrative on its head. It’s India that’s funding and directing violence across borders. It’s India that’s sending hitmen to kill in foreign lands. This isn’t the behavior of a democracy, it’s the hallmark of a state that sponsors terrorism.
What kind of nation celebrates the murder of individuals abroad? What kind of democracy uses its intelligence agency to orchestrate assassinations? India’s hypocrisy is glaring. While it preaches peace and fights extremism on global forums, its own agency spreads violence and fear in Pakistan.
Another troubling aspect is India’s use of foreign soil to carry out its schemes. The UAE, a nation with no stake in this conflict, has been exploited as a base for RAW’s operations. The handler who funded Nizamani’s killing operated from there, and operatives fled to the UAE after the job was done. This shows how India hides behind third countries to cover its tracks.
Pakistan must work with the UAE to stop this abuse. Intelligence-sharing and cooperation can help dismantle these networks. No country wants its soil to be used as a launching pad for terrorism, and the UAE has every reason to act against India’s misuse of its territory.
The Nizamani killing is just one piece of a larger puzzle. RAW’s campaign of targeted assassinations is designed to create chaos and fear in Pakistan. Each murder sends a signal: India will stop at nothing to pursue its agenda. This is state-sponsored terrorism, plain and simple, carried out by an official agency of the Indian government.
If any other nation were caught running such operations, the world would be up in arms. Imagine the global outcry if an intelligence agency was found sending hit squads into a neighboring country. Yet, when India does it, the silence is deafening. This double standard only emboldens RAW to continue its deadly campaign.
Pakistan cannot sit idly by. First, it must take the evidence global. The money trails, arrested operatives, and confessions from the Nizamani case should be presented at every international forum. India’s role as a sponsor of terrorism must be exposed. Second, Pakistan needs to strengthen its defenses against RAW’s infiltration. The targeting of vulnerable groups shows the need for better surveillance and protection. Foreign-funded networks cannot be allowed to operate unchecked. Finally, Pakistan should consider measured responses to make India feel the consequences of its actions. For too long, New Delhi has mistaken restraint for weakness. It’s time to show that Pakistan will not tolerate foreign assassins on its soil.
The murder of Abdul Rehman Nizamani lays bare India’s true face. Behind the mask of democracy lies a state that funds violence and spreads instability. RAW’s role in this crime, from planning to execution, shows the depths of India’s covert war. If the world truly cares about peace in South Asia, it must stop ignoring India’s actions. Pakistan has revealed the truth. Now it’s time for the global community to hold India accountable.
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