{"id":11028,"date":"2025-04-25T09:30:07","date_gmt":"2025-04-25T04:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/?p=11028"},"modified":"2025-04-25T12:19:35","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T06:49:35","slug":"the-resistance-front","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/the-resistance-front\/","title":{"rendered":"The Resistance Front Strikes Again, 26 Dead in Kashmir"},"content":{"rendered":"

On April 22, a tragic terror attack unfolded near Pahalgam in South Kashmir, resulting in the loss of 26 lives, including two foreign citizens. Several others sustained injuries in the incident, which occurred around 2:30 PM in the Baisaran area. This act of violence has been claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), a militant associated with the group named Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). TRF has previously been designated as a terrorist organization by the Indian government due to its involvement in disrupted activities within the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The Resistance Front<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The Resistance Front (TRF) is a military group that emerged in 2019, it presents itself as a homegrown resistance movement, multiple intelligence reports and academic sources, including the South Asia Terrorism Portal (SATP), identify TRF as a part of the Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).<\/span><\/p>\r\n

TRF has adopted a modern strategy of radicalization and propaganda, using online platforms and encrypted social media channels under names such as Kashmir Resistance. These forums are used to spread extremist content, recruit local youth, and claim responsibility for attacks, such as the recent Pahalgam Terror Attack.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The Resistance Front Emergence<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The Resistance Front (TRF) is a militant group believed to be linked with Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), formed shortly after the revocation of Article 370 in 2019. It began as an online network and is led by individuals like Sajid Jatt, Sajjad Gul, and Salim Rehmani, all linked to LeT.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

TRF is known for recruiting youth online, smuggling arms and drugs, and carrying out cross-border attacks from Pakistan into Jammu and Kashmir. The group has been involved in attacks on civilians, political leaders, and security forces. It is widely believed to be backed by Pakistan\u2019s intelligence agency, the ISI.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Pahalgam Terror Attack<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The Pahalgam Terror Attack took place at Baisaran meadow, where five to six armed terrorists opened fire on unsuspecting tourists, killing 26, including a local pony operator. The attackers reportedly used rifles and possibly bodycams, targeting three crowded spots and executing the assault within 10 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Survivors recalled that the terrorists questioned victims about their religion before shooting them, often with headshots. Due to the area\u2019s difficult terrain, help arrived late. The attack, suspected to be backed by Pakistan, prompted strong diplomatic actions from India, including withdrawal from the Indus Water Treaty and reducing Pakistan\u2019s diplomatic presence by May 1.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

List of The Resistance Front Attacks<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The below table includes the List of The Resistance Front Attacks, including its summary, dates and location of the attacks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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List of The Resistance Front Attacks<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Date<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Location<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Incident Summary<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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5 Apr 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Keran<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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2 TRF militants killed 5 Indian PARA SF before being killed.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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18 Apr 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Sopore<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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TRF ambushed Indian forces; 3 killed, 2 injured.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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3 May 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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5 Indian personnel (incl. Colonel, Major, Inspector) killed by 2 TRF militants.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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5 May 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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4 CRPF, 1 disabled civilian killed; 5 CRPF injured; rifles stolen.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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21 May 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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TRF attacked CRPF\/JKP; 2 personnel killed, 1 injured.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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8 Jun 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Kashmiri Pandit village head (sarpanch) assassinated.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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1 Jul 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Kashmir<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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2 forces killed, 3 injured; 64-year-old civilian killed in crossfire.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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8 Jul 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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3 civilians (politician, father, brother) assassinated.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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25 Sep 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Lawyer Babar Qadri assassinated.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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6 Oct 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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PSO of BJP leader killed; 1 TRF militant also killed.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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30 Oct 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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3 BJP workers killed in ambush.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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8 Nov 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Encounter killed 3 Army, 1 BSF, 3 TRF militants.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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23 Dec 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Grenade + gunfire attack on CRPF; 2 killed, 1 injured.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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31 Dec 2020<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Jeweler Satpal Nischal assassinated.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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19 Feb 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Srinagar<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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2 local policemen were killed.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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29 Mar 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Sopore<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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1 policeman, 2 BJP councillors killed in ambush.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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1 Apr 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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1 policeman killed at politician's house.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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22 Jun 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

CID Inspector assassinated.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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27 Jun 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Police officer, wife, and daughter killed (alleged TRF).<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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7 Aug 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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1 local police officer killed, 1 injured.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

\r\n

5 Oct 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Srinagar<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Kashmiri Pandit businessman Makhan Lal Bindro killed.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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7 Oct 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Srinagar<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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2 non-Muslim teachers (Hindu, Sikh) assassinated in school.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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9 Oct 2021<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

\u2014<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

\r\n

2 policemen killed.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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13 Sep 2023<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Anantnag<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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TRF involved in Anantnag encounter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

India say on The Resistance Front<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

According to India's Internal Ministry, as reported to Parliament in 2023, The Resistance Front (TRF) has been directly involved in the planning and execution of targeted killings of both security force personnel and civilians in Jammu and Kashmir. TRF has also been implicated in recruiting militants and facilitating the smuggling of weapons and narcotics across the India-Pakistan border. This multifaceted approach underscores the group's role not just in violence, but also in maintaining its operational capabilities through logistical support and illicit networks.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Further intensifying its operations, TRF has been issuing online threats against pro-India groups, a strategy that has been ongoing for the past two years. These digital threats aim to terrify the civilians, journalists, and organizations seen as supporting the Indian government.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Pakistan say on The Resistance Front<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Despite numerous reports and evidence pointing to Pakistan\u2019s involvement in supporting militant groups operating in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan has consistently denied these allegations. The country maintains that it offers only moral and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri cause, refraining from any direct involvement in funding or aiding militant groups like The Resistance Front (TRF) or Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Resistance Front (TRF), linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, orchestrated the April 22 Pahalgam attack. TRF spreads terror in Kashmir using digital and militant tactics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":11040,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[1145,1146,10],"class_list":{"0":"post-11028","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-upsc-cse-exam","8":"tag-the-resistance-front","9":"tag-the-resistance-front-upsc","10":"tag-upsc"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11028","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/23"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11028"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11028\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11040"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11028"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11028"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11028"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}