Indian agencies claim Kashmiri-origin doctors had ties to banned Pakistani group.
New Delhi — In the aftermath of the recent Delhi blast, Indian investigative agencies have begun drawing connections to Pakistan-based organizations, sparking debate over the direction and intent of the ongoing probe.
According to official reports, arrests were made across various parts of India nearly ten days before the explosion, with authorities alleging they had been tracking a network linked to “foreign elements.” Following the blast, security forces detained two Kashmiri-origin doctors — Dr. Umar and Dr. Muzammil — from Al-Falah Hospital, claiming the pair maintained ties with a proscribed group operating from Pakistan.
Investigators allege that Dr. Umar’s vehicle was used in the explosion, asserting that the blast occurred accidentally while the suspects were moving explosive materials to avoid police raids. However, independent observers and human rights groups have questioned the timeline and consistency of these claims, suggesting that the arrests appear pre-emptive and the evidence circumstantial.
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Analysts note that India’s quick attempt to associate the incident with Pakistan fits a familiar pattern in politically charged cases where tensions between the two neighbors run high. Critics argue that the focus on an external link may divert attention from potential domestic security lapses and deeper socio-political grievances.
As investigations continue, calls are growing for transparency and due process to ensure that the pursuit of accountability does not turn into a campaign of profiling or politicized blame.