The claim that over 90% of terrorists active in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) are from Pakistan has been reported by various sources, though specific data varies. According to a 2017 Indian Express article, a Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) official stated that more than 50% of the approximately 220 active terrorists in Kashmir were Pakistani nationals. A 2024 India Today report noted that 60% of the 75 terrorists killed in J&K that year were from Pakistan, indicating a significant presence of foreign militants. A 2025 India TV report claimed 59 out of 76 active terrorists in J&K were Pakistani, aligning with the high percentage but not quite reaching 90%. Additionally, a 2005 CIAO report estimated that up to 90% of foreign militants in J&K were from Pakistan, though this figure is dated and specific to foreign militants, not the total terrorist population.
Recent posts on X also reflect this narrative, with one claiming 110 out of 130 active terrorists in J&K are Pakistani, though this lacks official verification. While these sources suggest a substantial Pakistani presence among terrorists in J&K, the exact figure of “over 90%” appears inconsistently supported and may reflect older or unverified claims. Local recruitment has reportedly declined, with Pakistan allegedly filling ranks with its nationals, but precise numbers remain elusive. Always approach such claims critically, as data can be skewed or incomplete.
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