‘Mystery’ Deepens as Terrorists Get Eliminated in Pakistan — One After Another
New Delhi, 20th May 2025: In what appears to be a sustained and mysterious campaign, another top Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist, Abdul Wahid Kumbho, was shot dead in Pakistan’s Sindh province on Sunday. His killing comes just a day after Razaullah Nizami alias Abu Saifullah, the main conspirator of the 2006 RSS headquarters attack in Nagpur, met a similar fate — gunned down by unidentified assailants.
Both killings follow a chillingly familiar pattern seen over the last two years: a total of 17 wanted terrorists, all linked to anti-India operations, have been eliminated by unknown gunmen across Pakistan. In each case, the shooters remain unidentified, the method is the same — bullets — and the victims had strong links to banned outfits such as Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, Hizbul Mujahideen, and even Pakistan’s ISI.
The Enigma of Saifullah
Abu Saifullah, also known as Razaullah Nizami, wasn’t just another Lashkar foot soldier. He played a central role in several major terror strikes in India:
He masterminded the 2006 RSS headquarters attack in Nagpur.
He was involved in the 2005 IISc Bangalore shooting, India’s first targeted assault on a research institution.
He also took part in the 2001 CRPF camp attack in Rampur, where seven Indian soldiers were martyred.
His elimination has sparked growing speculation in Indian security circles. Is this the work of a covert Indian operation, an internal purge by Pakistani agencies, or the actions of an unknown third force?
Killings Follow a Pattern
Over the past two years, several high-profile terrorists have been shot dead across Pakistan. From Lashkar commanders and ISI agents to Khalistani operatives, all were killed in a similar fashion — gunned down by unknown assailants, usually in Sindh or Punjab provinces. Notably, the list includes individuals close to Masood Azhar and other top terror masterminds.
These repeated assassinations have raised serious questions. Are these isolated incidents of local rivalries? Or is there a larger, more strategic mission underway?
Who Is Behind the Gun?
Neither Pakistan nor India has officially claimed responsibility or shed light on the identity of the attackers. Pakistani media often attributes the killings to “unknown assailants” without deeper investigation. However, the consistent pattern — and the strategic importance of the targets — suggest a coordinated effort, possibly involving intelligence agencies or specialized operatives.
Online, theories abound — from covert Indian retaliation to the rise of an underground vigilante group targeting terrorists. Yet, no credible evidence has surfaced to confirm any specific actor or group behind the string of executions.
A New Era of Counter-Terrorism?
Security analysts believe these eliminations could represent a new phase in counter-terror strategy, where adversaries are neutralized far from the battlefield. The campaign sends a chilling message: even those sheltering in Pakistan are no longer untouchable.
Whether it’s a sign of international collaboration, rogue internal action, or calculated external pressure, one thing is clear — India’s most wanted terrorists are being taken out systematically, and the silence surrounding it is louder than any public claim.
As this quiet but deadly purge continues, it leaves behind not just bodies, but a growing trail of unanswered questions — and an unmistakable shift in the rules of the game.
