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India Gazette
03-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
JSMM Chairman Shafi Burfat slams Pak army for using Bilawal Bhutto as anti-India propaganda tool
Munich [Germany], June 3 (ANI): Shafi Burfat, the leader of Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM), accused that the Pakistani military is manipulating Bilawal Bhutto Zardari as a pawn to disseminate anti-India rhetoric and distract the global community from state-sponsored terrorism and human rights abuses against marginalised groups such as Sindhis, Baloch, and Pashtuns within Pakistan. 'Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is being strategically utilised by the Pakistani military to redirect international focus. This shift seeks to overshadow the increasing awareness of the severe oppression faced by Pakistan's historical nations, including Sindhis, Baloch, Pashtuns, Seraikis, and the population of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB), who endure an imposed state framework upheld by the Punjabi-dominated military establishment. These communities continue to face military occupation, systemic human rights breaches, ethnic cleansing, political oppression, and economic exploitation,' Shafi Burfat remarked. Shafi Burfat pointed out that the Pakistani military and its intelligence service, ISI, have consistently kidnapped political activists through extrajudicial actions, later abandoning their disfigured bodies in isolated locations--a regime of state terror aimed at silencing dissenting voices and stifling aspirations for freedom. 'The internal struggles of these nations for justice and liberty are being violently repressed through state fascism, as Pakistan attempts to conceal this truth from the international community,' Shafi Burfat asserted. Sending Bilawal Bhutto to the United Nations serves merely as a diplomatic facade for the military's colonial strategies, aiming to manipulate the global narrative while suppressing genuine democratic and nationalist movements internally, Burfat emphasised in his statement. 'Bilawal Bhutto is a politically inexperienced individual who is currently being exploited by the Pakistani military in its propaganda effort against India. Although he hails from Sindh, a nation with a history of oppression, the Punjabi-oriented Pakistani state and its military have long perpetrated fascist atrocities and brutally repressed all historical nations within its confines,' Burfat contended. In Balochistan, the Pakistani army--especially the ISI--is involved in the systematic abduction, torture, and enforced disappearance of political activists. Inhumane torture facilities are employed against those seeking justice, and the disfigured bodies of Sindhi, Baloch, and Pashtun activists frequently emerge in deserted areas, standing as grim evidence of state terrorism, Burfat remarked. 'Pakistan has devolved into a living nightmare for the nations confined within its borders. These communities are denied the right to exist with dignity, stripped of political liberties, and silenced through violence and intimidation. Their voices are stifled, and their aspirations for self-determination are crushed. Meanwhile, their mineral and natural resources are exploited by Punjabi imperialism, leaving these communities in a state of poverty, malnutrition, and social despair,' Burfat stated. The military establishment, largely dominated by Punjabis, has seized millions of acres of land that belong to the Sindhis. They forcibly displace entire communities and villages from their ancestral homes. Recently, in Moro City, Sindh, a coordinated operation to grab land in the village of Bajrani Laghari resulted in the brutal murder of two residents, Zahid Laghari and Irfan Laghari, by operatives from the ISI disguised as civilians. This was a deliberate tactic to instil fear, suppress opposition, and facilitate a military takeover of Sindhi territory, according to Shafi Burfat. In his remarks, Shafi Burfat stated that the military establishment in Sindh is continuing to unlawfully control river waters and extensive agricultural lands. The Sindhi population is persistently protesting against this occupation and the resulting exploitation. The historic nations confined within the borders of Pakistan are actively fighting for liberation from political oppression, economic subjugation, and forced domination. 'As representatives of the Sindhi nation, we vehemently denounce and express our shock at Bilawal Bhutto's involvement in supporting the deceptive propaganda of Pakistan's oppressive Punjabi ruling class and its corrupt military. His recent attempts to mislead the international community with narratives against India are nothing more than a perilous act of self-delusion and an effort to mislead the world,' stated Shafi Burfat. We are profoundly disturbed by Bilawal Bhutto's immature and irresponsible actions, as he, despite his lack of experience, is being exploited by the Pakistani state and its military to disseminate false narratives about India on global platforms. This is particularly concerning in light of the recent terrorist attacks orchestrated by Pakistan's military within Indian territory. In retaliation, India initiated Operation Sindoor, a targeted and morally justified mission aimed solely at dismantling terrorist sanctuaries within Pakistan, Burfat remarked. 'We reject the Pakistani establishment's exploitation of Bilawal Bhutto to falsely portray solidarity among oppressed nations within Pakistan, especially the Sindhis, in its antagonistic stance towards India. The Sindhi nation distinguishes itself from such deception and continues its non-violent fight for freedom and justice. The global community must recognise the reality that the nations trapped and colonised within Pakistan are struggling for liberation from its occupation, fascism, and brutality,' claimed Burfat. (ANI)
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Bilawal Bhutto being used as a pawn against India? New, unexpected claims stir post-Pahalgam pot even as war fog settles
India-Pakistan war: Even as the fog of the post-Pahalgam war slowly settles on both sides of the border, a series of new, unexpected allegations have emerged to keep the India-Pakistan cauldron bubbling. Shafi Burfat , the Chairman of Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz ( JSMM ), has issued a sharply critical statement saying that Pakistan's military elite is exploiting Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), to advance its geopolitical motives, news agency ANI reported on May 20. The 'Punjabi army and establishment' is using Bhutto to spearhead an anti-India campaign on the world stage, Burfat alleged. In a message shared on X, Burfat said Bilawal is being lured with aspirations of power, including the possibility of attaining the Prime Minister's office, in exchange for leading international diplomatic efforts against India. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Prince William & Kate Met Princess Diana's Secret Daughter. Plays Star Undo Despite these offers, Burfat cautioned that such cooperation is short-lived, claiming that Bilawal is likely to meet the same tragic end as his grandfather, Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, and his mother, Benazir Bhutto—both of whom died under suspicious and controversial conditions. He characterised this as a recurring betrayal rooted in a long-standing pattern by the Punjab-dominated military elite. Live Events Burfat further accused the PPP of consistently failing to uphold the true interests of Sindh or its people. According to him, the party functions primarily as a proxy for Punjab, prioritising the agenda of feudal elites rather than fighting for Sindhi autonomy or rights. He dismissed Bilawal as 'naive, power-obsessed, and lacking seriousness,' accusing him of echoing misleading propaganda about India in alignment with the Pakistani establishment. Additionally, Burfat highlighted the deep-rooted historical, spiritual, and cultural links that connect Sindh to India, outright rejecting the portrayal of India as a foe. He referred to India as a 'spiritual and cultural sister' of Sindh, emphasising that throughout history, Sindhis have regarded India as a friendly and cooperative neighbor. Going a step further, the JSMM leader charged Pakistan's military with serving as a destabilising force in the region, manipulated by foreign states such as China and Turkey for targeting India. He cited alleged instances of Pakistani involvement in violence, including acts in regions like Pahalgam , and strongly condemned what he described as the military's engagement in terrorism. Burfat also made it clear that Bilawal's actions on the global platform do not mirror the beliefs or desires of the Sindhi population. He urged world leaders, particularly those in India, to acknowledge this disparity and to understand that Sindhis do not endorse the anti-India rhetoric being disseminated by Pakistan's military and political elite. In his concluding remarks, Burfat reiterated a grim caution to Bilawal, asserting that the military establishment is using him as a pawn, just as it did with other members of the Bhutto family, who were ultimately eliminated. He condemned what he termed a 'vicious and deceptive tradition' upheld by Pakistan's ruling forces. "We Sindhis view India as our ally and neighbour. If the Punjabi-controlled establishment perceives India as a foe, that is their perspective—not ours," the news agency quoted Burfat as saying.
India Gazette
20-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
JSMM Chairman alleges Punjabi military using Bilawal Bhutto as pawn against India
Frankfurt [Germany], May 20 (ANI): In a strongly worded statement, Shafi Burfat, Chairman of the Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM), has accused Pakistan's military establishment of manipulating Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari to serve its geopolitical objectives, particularly in an anti-India campaign on the international stage. In a post on X, Burfat claimed that the 'Punjabi army and establishment' are offering Bilawal the promise of political power and the possibility of becoming Prime Minister in return for leading a global diplomatic offensive against India. However, he warned that this alliance is temporary, and alleged that Bilawal could ultimately face the same fate as his grandfather, Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, and his mother, Benazir Bhutto -- both of whom were assassinated under controversial circumstances. Burfat labeled this as a 'historic pattern' of betrayal by the Punjabi-dominated military. According to Burfat, the PPP has long failed to represent the genuine interests of Sindh and its people. Instead, he claimed, the party has acted as a political proxy for Punjab, serving the interests of feudal landlords rather than standing up for Sindhi rights or autonomy. He characterized Bilawal as 'immature, power-hungry, and unserious,' and accused him of playing a role in promoting misleading narratives about India on behalf of the Pakistani establishment. Burfat also emphasised the cultural, spiritual, and historical ties between Sindh and India, rejecting any notion that India is an enemy of the Sindhi people. He described India as a 'spiritual and cultural sister' and stated that the Sindhi nation has always viewed India as a neighborly and supportive presence throughout history. The JSMM chairman went further, accusing Pakistan and specifically its military of being a tool of regional destabilization, used by foreign powers like China and Turkey to target India. He referenced alleged Pakistani involvement in violent acts, including incidents in areas such as Pahalgam, and condemned what he called the military's terrorist activities. Burfat stressed that Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's actions on the world stage do not reflect the will or sentiment of the Sindhi people. He called upon the international community and Indian leadership to recognise this distinction and understand that Sindhis do not share the anti-India stance allegedly promoted by Pakistan's military and establishment. Concluding his statement, Burfat reiterated a stark warning to Bilawal Bhutto, predicting that he is being exploited by the military and may eventually be cast aside violently, as other Bhuttos were in the past. He denounced what he called the 'cruel and dishonest tradition' of Pakistan's ruling elite. 'We Sindhis consider India our friend and the Punjabi establishment views India as an enemy, that is their thinking, not ours' said Burfat. (ANI)
India Gazette
11-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
JSMM Chairman Shafi Burfat praises India's decisive counterterrorism operation
Munich [Germany], May 11 (ANI): India's recent strikes on terrorist camps located in Pakistani territory have been described as a decisive and strategic response to cross-border terrorism by Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM) Chairman Shafi Burfat. In a press statement, Burfat commended the operation, describing it as 'a bold and unambiguous assertion of India's zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism.' Burfat emphasized that the strikes were not merely a tactical action but a demonstration of India's military and strategic capability. 'This operation demonstrated India's military and strategic capability while exposing Pakistan's role as a state sponsor of terrorism,' he stated. He further warned, 'Any force that seeks to harm India through terror will be met with forceful and direct consequences.' India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 to strike multiple terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir after a deadly attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last month in which 26 tourists were killed. Burfat highlighted that certain regional powers have attempted to escalate tensions between India and Pakistan, aiming to disrupt India's growing economic momentum, particularly in the context of global capital shifts caused by the US-China tariff war. He claimed that Pakistan was provided with 'war equipment, drone technology, missile systems, technical support, and satellite-based intelligence' to serve this agenda. He accused Pakistan's military of acting as a 'hired proxy motivated by financial incentives and strategic manipulation.' Despite these challenges, Burfat praised India's leadership for its strategic patience and awareness of the larger conspiracy. 'India avoided falling into the trap of an all-out war and maintained its focus on dismantling the terror infrastructure,' he noted. India's calculated response, he asserted, demonstrated not only military strength but also diplomatic and strategic foresight. Burfat further noted that India's operation achieved significant objectives, including the destruction of terrorist launchpads inside Pakistan and the exposure of Pakistan's terror links on the international stage. He highlighted India's ability to maintain moral and ethical superiority during the conflict, with its democratic conduct standing out even amid escalating tensions. India's actions, he explained, sent a clear message against terrorism and expansionism, reinforcing its position as a stable, investment-ready democracy. 'India emerged not only as a military power but as a morally grounded democracy committed to peace and stability,' Burfat declared. He concluded that India's counterterrorism campaign was 'a courageous expression of national will, moral clarity, and geopolitical vision,' effectively exposing Pakistan's longstanding ties with terrorism and affirming that India will not tolerate any form of proxy aggression. (ANI)
India Gazette
09-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
India fighting NATO's unfinished war against terrorism: JSMM Chairman Shafi Burfat
Munich [Germany], May 9 (ANI): India is leading a critical and decisive battle against terrorism that goes far beyond regional boundaries, according to Shafi Burfat, Chairman of the Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM). In a forceful statement, Burfat described the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict as a continuation and completion of NATO's unfinished war against terrorism in South Asia. He argued that NATO's sudden withdrawal from the region created a vacuum, allowing terrorist networks to regroup and thrive, especially under the protection of Pakistan's military and intelligence agency, the ISI. 'Pakistan has since institutionalised terrorism as state policy - providing safe havens, training, and weapons to globally recognised extremist groups,' Burfat said. The JSMM Chairman further identified several terrorist organisations, including Al-Qaeda, ISIS-Khorasan, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Jaish-e-Mohammed, which he claimed are actively supported by Pakistan's military establishment. 'Rawalpindi has become a sanctuary for these groups, allowing them to operate with impunity while Pakistan falsely projects itself as a partner in the war on terror,' he stated. Burfat highlighted the spread of jihadist ideology, drawing a direct connection between the ideology behind the 9/11 attacks in the United States and the ongoing bloodshed in India. 'From beheadings and mass rapes to bombings and civilian massacres, these terrorist groups continue to threaten global peace and humanity,' he warned. He asserted that India's air strikes and ground operations against terror camps inside Pakistan are 'not acts of aggression but morally justified actions aimed at dismantling threats that endanger the entire world.' In contrast, he condemned Pakistan's military for 'waging an unprincipled war to shield and sustain the extremists it has long nurtured.' Burfat concluded that India, by standing alone in this conflict, is 'sacrificing its blood and resources not only for its own safety but for the future of global civilisation.' He insisted that India's campaign should be recognised as a global fight against terrorism. (ANI)
