The compiled report, detailing 32 incidents between 2022 and 2025, paints a stark picture of a shifting landscape in the war on terror. It meticulously chronicles how numerous terrorists, many of whom unleashed unimaginable havoc on Indian soil, have met their ultimate fate at the hands of “unknown gunmen.”
This series of targeted eliminations, primarily occurring within Pakistan and occasionally in other nations like Canada and Nepal, marks a significant and undeniable attrition of the very individuals who have long enjoyed sanctuary while orchestrating violence against India.
From masterminds of major attacks like Pathankot and the IC-814 hijacking to key recruiters, financiers, and commanders of outfits like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, Hizbul Mujahideen, and even Khalistani terror groups, these perpetrators of bloodshed are systematically being held accountable. The consistent pattern of their mysterious demises suggests a potent, covert, and relentless campaign that is bringing a grim yet resolute form of justice to those who believed they could operate with impunity.
Saifullah Khalid- Top LeT terrorist killed by unknown gunmen in Pakistan’s Sindh
On May 18, 2025, in Matli City, Badin district, Sindh, Pakistan, Saifullah Khalid, a prominent Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist and a key architect of numerous terror attacks in India, was killed by unknown assailants.
Khalid was a dedicated enemy of India, responsible for orchestrating brutal acts of terror that claimed innocent lives and sought to destabilise the nation. His elimination marks a significant blow against the forces of radical extremism.
Khalid’s heinous role in major attacks
Bangalore 2005: Khalid was implicated in the cowardly shooting at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru. This attack tragically resulted in the death of IIT professor Munish Chandra Puri and left four others wounded.
Nagpur 2006: This terrorist was the mastermind behind the assault on the headquarters of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Nagpur. In a testament to swift justice, all three terrorists involved were neutralised in an encounter with the police.
Rampur 2008: Khalid was also the architect of the vicious attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp at Rampur in Uttar Pradesh. This unconscionable act led to the deaths of seven CRPF personnel and a civilian. While two terrorists initially escaped under the cover of darkness, Khalid’s ultimate demise ensures that justice, though delayed, has been served.
Abu Qatal, aide of Hafiz Saeed, shot dead by unknown gunmen.
On March 16, 2025, in Jhelum, Punjab, Pakistan, Abu Qatal, also known as Qatal Sindhi, a pivotal Lashkar-e-Taiba operative and a key aide to the globally designated terrorist Hafiz Saeed, met his end, shot dead by unknown assailants.
Sindhi, a venomous architect of terror, was directly responsible for orchestrating barbaric attacks that claimed numerous innocent lives in Jammu and Kashmir. His elimination signifies a significant victory against the shadowy forces that seek to destabilise India.
Sindhi’s bloody legacy of terror
Rajouri (2023): Sindhi’s depraved planning led to a horrific incident where five innocent lives were brutally cut short by militant firing on January 1, followed by an IED blast that killed two more the very next day.
Poonch (2023): His malevolent influence was evident in the attack on April 20, which resulted in the tragic martyrdom of five brave soldiers.
Rajouri (2023): The Kandi area attack on May 5, another one of Sindhi’s calculated acts of terror, also claimed the lives of five valiant soldiers.
Reasi (2024): In one of his most heinous acts, Sindhi masterminded the cowardly attack on a bus carrying devout pilgrims near Shiv Khouri on June 9, 2024. This barbarity led to the death of nine innocent souls and left 40 injured, forever scarring countless lives.
With Sindhi’s demise, the long arm of justice has finally reached one more purveyor of terror, bringing a measure of closure to the victims and their families.
“Scholar” Accused in Jadhav Abduction Gunned Down in Balochistan
On March 9, 2025, in Balochistan, Pakistan, Mufti Shah Mir, a Pakistani religious “scholar” with deep and nefarious ties to Pakistan’s notorious ISI, was shot dead by unknown gunmen riding motorcycles.
Mir, a member of the radical Islamist group Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), was not merely a cleric but a shadowy figure deeply enmeshed in illicit activities. Operating under the deceitful guise of scholarship, he was a key facilitator in arms and human trafficking and, most notably, was accused of complicity in the abduction of former Indian Navy officer Kulbhushan Jadhav from Iran.
His elimination marks the removal of a dangerous individual who actively aided Pakistan’s state-sponsored terrorism and engaged in actions directly hostile to India. This incident underscores the precarious and often violent nature of those who operate in the murky world of radical Islamism and espionage.
Blow to LeT: Hafiz Saeed’s brother-in-law killed by unknown assailants
On February 17, 2025, in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, Maulana Kashif Ali, the head of the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML), the political front of the terror organisation Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), was shot dead with automatic weapons by unknown assailants who arrived at his residence on a motorcycle. Ali, who was also the brother-in-law of globally designated terrorist Hafiz Saeed, was a crucial figure in legitimising and advancing Lashkar-e-Taiba’s insidious political ambitions through the PMML. His elimination deals a significant blow to the terror group’s attempts to infiltrate the political landscape and further its extremist agenda.
Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist Mufti Fayyaz killed by unknown man
On May 20, 2024, in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, Mufti Fayyaz, a prominent terrorist from the Pakistani terror organisation Jaish-e-Mohammed, was killed by unknown attackers. Fayyaz was not merely a foot soldier; he served as a radical religious preacher and key recruiter for multiple terror groups, poisoning minds and drawing new adherents into the dark world of Islamic extremism. His elimination strikes a blow against the infrastructure of jihadist recruitment, weakening the ability of such groups to indoctrinate and mobilise.
Lashkar-e-Taiba’s top trainer, Abdullah Shaheen, dies in mysterious road accident
On December 22, 2023, in Pakistan, Abdullah Shaheen, a senior trainer for the notorious Lashkar-e-Taiba terror group, met his end in a mysterious road accident. Shaheen, a key figure in indoctrinating and training future jihadists for LeT, was a crucial part of the terror outfit’s operational capabilities. His sudden and unexplained demise removes a significant asset from a group responsible for countless acts of terror.
LeT Terror financer Gul shot dead by unknown gunmen in Pakistan
On December 21, 2023, in Tank, Pakistan, Haji Ulmar Gul, a significant financier for the Pakistani terrorist organisation Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), was shot dead by unknown assailants along with two of his associates.
Gul was a vital cog in LeT’s financial machinery, notorious for extorting heavy “taxes” from impoverished Pakistanis to fund the terror group’s murderous agenda. His violent end represents a crippling blow to LeT’s financial lifeline.
Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist and recruiter Habibullah shot dead by unknown man
On December 17, 2023, in Tank district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, Habibullah alias Khan Baba, a significant Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist and prolific recruiter, was shot dead by unknown gunmen. Habibullah, a key figure in drawing new recruits into LeT’s ranks, was vital to the terror group’s ability to replenish its forces and continue its destructive agenda. His elimination by unidentified assailants marks a significant setback for the Lashkar-e-Taiba and serves as a stark reminder of the dangerous and often fatal consequences for those who choose a life of terror.
Adnan Ahmed, mastermind of Pampore CRPF massacre, eliminated in Karachi
On December 6, 2023, in Karachi, Pakistan, Adnan Ahmed, also known as Hanzala Adnan, a prominent Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist, was killed by unknown attackers. Adnan was the insidious mastermind behind the barbaric 2016 Pampore CRPF convoy attack, an act of terror that martyred eight brave Indian soldiers and wounded twenty-two more. His violent demise brings a measure of justice for the innocent lives he sought to destroy, marking the end of a long-standing threat.
Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist and recruiter Younus Khan shot dead in Pakistan
On November 25, 2023, in the Mamond area of Bajaur, Pakistan, Younus Khan, a Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist, was shot dead by unknown gunmen while en route to the mosque for “Fajr Ki Namaz.” Khan was a dedicated recruiter for the banned terrorist organisation Jaish-e-Mohammed, responsible for luring impressionable minds into the web of radical jihad. His sudden elimination cripples JeM’s recruitment efforts.
Terrorist Md. Muzamil of Lashkar-e-Taiba meets his end in Sialkot
In a development that will undoubtedly be welcomed by victims of Islamist terror, on November 15, 2023 Md. Muzamil, a known cadre of the Pakistan-backed Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist organisation, was reportedly shot dead by “unknown gunmen” in Sialkot. The incident, occurring at Khokhran Chowk, Pasrur tehsil, marks a significant blow to the terror outfit responsible for countless acts of bloodshed, including the heinous 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
LeT terrorist, Naeemur Rahman, neutralised by “unknown assailants” in Sialkot
The scourge of terrorism faced another setback as Naeemur Rahman, a confirmed Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist, was reportedly shot dead by “unidentified assailants” in Sialkot on November 15, 2023. The killing took place at Khokhran Chowk, Pasrur Tehsil, on the same day as a similar incident involving another LeT operative. Rahman’s demise underscores a growing trend of terrorists, who have long enjoyed sanctuary in Pakistan, being targeted by mysterious forces.
Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist Maulana Raheem Ullah Tariq, eliminated in Karachi
In a significant development that will be met with quiet satisfaction by those battling global terrorism, Maulana Raheem Ullah Tariq, a prominent figure within the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist organisation and a close confidante of the dreaded Maulana Masood Azhar, was reportedly gunned down by “unknown men” in Karachi’s Orangi Town area on November 13, 2023.
Former LeT recruitment head Akram Khan alias Akram Ghazi gunned down in Pakistan’s Bajaur
The ongoing, shadowy campaign against Pakistan-backed terror organisations continues to yield results, with Akram Khan alias Akram Ghazi, a former commander and notorious recruitment head for the Lashkar-e-Taiba, reportedly shot dead by “unknown gunmen” in Bajaur, Pakistan. Ghazi, who led LeT’s recruitment cell between 2018 and 2020, was instrumental in radicalising and facilitating the infiltration of numerous terrorists into the Kashmir Valley. His elimination represents a crucial dismantling of a critical link in LeT’s operational chain.
LeT Commander Khwaja Shahid, Sunjwan attack mastermind, brutally beheaded Near LoC
In a development that will undoubtedly resonate with those who have suffered at the hands of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, Khwaja Shahid alias Mia Mujahid, a high-ranking commander of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba terror outfit, was reportedly beheaded by “unknown men.” On November 7, 2023. His decapitated remains were discovered near the Line of Control in Pakistan-occupied J&K, a chilling end for a man responsible for orchestrating brutal attacks against India. Shahid, a key mastermind behind the 2018 attack on an Indian Army camp in Sunjwan, J&K – an act of war against India’s security forces – has finally met a gruesome fate.
Perpetrator of Sarabjit Singh’s murder, LeT associate Amir Sarfaraz Tamba, gunned down in Lahore
In a development that many will see as a long-delayed act of retribution, Amir Sarfaraz Tamba, a key accused in the heinous murder of Indian death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh in Pakistan and a close associate of Lashkar-e-Taiba terror outfit founder Hafiz Sayeed, was reportedly shot dead by “unidentified gunmen” on a motorcycle in Lahore on October 27, 2023.
Son of radical preacher Tariq Jameel, Asim Jameel, reportedly killed by “unknown gunmen”
In a development that will raise eyebrows among those observing Pakistan’s internal dynamics, Asim Jameel, the son of prominent radical Islamic preacher Maulana Tariq Jameel, was reportedly shot dead by “unknown gunmen” in the Tandlianwala area of Khanewal on October 29, 2023
Asim Jameel, who himself had a reputation as a Tablighi radical leader, gained infamy for his controversial statements, notably declaring that “obscene and immodest” women were to blame for the COVID-19 pandemic.
Arch-terrorist Dawood Malik, close aide of Masood Azhar, gunned down in North Waziristan
In a significant blow to the network of anti-India terror, Dawood Malik, a key figure in numerous anti-India activities and a close associate of India’s most wanted terrorist, Maulana Masood Azhar, was reportedly shot dead by “unknown gunmen” in the Mirali area of North Waziristan on October 20, 2023.
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Pathankot attack architect Shahid Latif eliminated by “unknown gunmen” in Sialkot
In a significant and long-awaited act of justice, Shahid Latif, one of India’s most wanted terrorists and a key conspirator behind the deadly 2016 Pathankot terror attack, was reportedly shot dead by “unknown gunmen” in Pakistan’s Sialkot on October 11, 2023. The Pathankot attack tragically claimed the lives of seven brave Indian security personnel, an act of unprovoked aggression planned from Pakistani soil. Latif’s demise marks a crucial blow to the terror infrastructure that operates with impunity under the Pakistani establishment.
Hafiz Saeed’s close aide, LeT associate Mufti Qaiser Farooq, gunned down in Karachi
The shadow war against Pakistan-backed terror continues to yield results, with Mufti Qaiser Farooq, a close associate of Lashkar-e-Taiba founder and 26/11 Mumbai attacks mastermind Hafiz Saeed, reportedly shot dead by two “unknown bike-borne assailants” in Sohrab Goth, Karachi on September 30, 2023.
Khalistani terrorist Sukha Duneke meets his end in Canada’s Winnipeg
In a development that brings a grim satisfaction to those battling Khalistani extremism, Sukha Duneke, a notorious terrorist affiliated with the banned Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) and a close associate of designated terrorist Arsh Dalla, was reportedly shot dead by “unknown gunmen” in Winnipeg, Canada on September 20, 2023
Duneke, a prime orchestrator in the 2022 murder of kabaddi player Sandeep Singh Nangal in Jalandhar, had a lengthy rap sheet of over 20 criminal cases, including murder and other heinous crimes. Operating from Canadian soil, he was instrumental in directing a web of criminal activities in Punjab and neighbouring Indian states through his network of wanted criminals.
Former LeT operative Ziaur Rehman assassinated by “unknown gunmen” in Pakistan
The mysterious string of assassinations targeting terrorists within Pakistan continues, with Ziaur Rehman, a former operative of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba terror organisation, reportedly gunned down by two “motorcycle-borne unidentified gunmen” on September 12, 2023.
Rehman, once part of the very outfit responsible for the horrific 26/11 Mumbai attacks and countless other atrocities, met his end in circumstances that remain shrouded in secrecy.
Architect of Dhangri massacre, LeT terrorist Abu Qasim, eliminated by “unknown gunmen” in Pakistan
In a significant and long-awaited development, Abu Qasim, a highly sought-after Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist and the primary conspirator behind the barbaric Dhangri attack in Rajouri district (January 1, 2023), has been reportedly killed by “unknown gunmen” in a mosque in Rawalakot. This heinous act of terror claimed seven innocent lives and left thirteen injured, an unforgivable crime orchestrated from Pakistani soil.
Jamat-ud-Dawah operative Mullah Sardar Hussain Arain shot dead by “unknown gunman” in Pakistan
The mysterious string of assassinations targeting figures associated with radical Islamist organisations within Pakistan continues, with Mullah Sardar Hussain Arain of the Jamat-ud-Dawah (JuD) reportedly shot dead by an “unknown man” in Nawab Shah district of Sindh in August 2023. Arain’s affiliation with JuD, the political wing of the globally designated terrorist organisation Lashkar-e-Taiba, immediately places him within the network responsible for countless acts of terror, including the horrific 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
Air India bombing accused Ripudaman Singh Malik gunned down in Canada
In a dramatic turn of events, Ripudaman Singh Malik, a key accused in the heinous 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing – a monstrous act of terror that claimed 329 innocent lives – was reportedly shot dead by “unknown gunmen” in Vancouver, Canada on July 14, 2023. Malik, who had long escaped full accountability for his alleged role in one of the deadliest acts of aviation terrorism, met his end under mysterious circumstances.
Khalistan Tiger Force chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar neutralised by “unknown men” in Canada
In a significant blow to the Khalistani extremist network operating internationally, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the self-proclaimed “mastermind” behind the pro-Khalistan terror group Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), was reportedly shot dead by two “unidentified men” on the premises of a gurdwara in Surrey, Canada on June 18, 2023
Nijjar, a designated terrorist and a wanted man by India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA) for serious crimes, including raising the Khalistan flag above the tricolour at the Indian Embassy in Vancouver, met his end under mysterious circumstances.
Khalistan Commando Force chief Paramjit Singh Panjwar eliminated in Lahore
In a development that will be met with profound relief by those battling Khalistani extremism, Paramjit Singh Panjwar, the long-standing chief of the proscribed Khalistan Commando Force (KCF) and a wanted terrorist, was reportedly shot dead by “unidentified gunmen” in Lahore on May 6, 2023. Panjwar was a notorious figure, deeply engaged in the illicit supply of arms and ammunition and orchestrating the infiltration of terrorists into India with the specific aim of targeting VIPs and vital economic installations. His demise on Pakistani soil, which has long served as a safe haven for such anti-India elements, marks a significant blow to the Khalistani terror network.
ISI-backed terror operative Syed Noor Shalobar neutralised by “unknown man” in Pakistan
The mysterious string of assassinations targeting architects of cross-border terrorism continues, with Syed Noor Shalobar, a key operative of the Islamic State – Khorasan Province (IS-K) and a puppet of Pakistan’s notorious Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), reportedly shot dead by an “unknown gunman” in Pakistan’s Bara Khyber district on March 3, 2023. Shalobar was instrumental in steering terror activities in Jammu & Kashmir, working directly at the behest of the ISI and actively responsible for recruiting individuals into the fold of radical extremism.
Former Al Badr Commander Syed Khalid Raza shot dead utside residence in Karachi
In yet another incident underscoring the precarious existence of jihadi commanders in Pakistan, Syed Khalid Raza, a former commander of the Pakistan-based terrorist outfit Al Badr, was reportedly shot dead outside his residence in the Gulistan-e-Johar Block 7 area of Karachi on February 26, 2023. Al Badr, a group known for its involvement in cross-border terrorism, has long operated from Pakistani soil.
ISI Agent and counterfeit notes supplier Mohammad Laal gunned down in Kathmandu
In a significant and well-executed operation, Mohammad Laal, a prominent agent of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and the biggest supplier of ISI’s counterfeit notes into India, was reportedly shot dead by “unknown men” outside his hideout in Nepal’s Kathmandu on September 19, 2022. Laal, who was deeply linked to underworld gangster Dawood Ibrahim’s D-gang and provided asylum to other ISI agents, was a critical node in Pakistan’s economic warfare against India. The incident, captured on CCTV footage accessed by India Today, clearly shows unidentified assailants executing the ISI agent with precision.
IC-814 Hijacker Zahoor Mistry meets his end in Karachi, awaiting final justice
In a development that brings a grim satisfaction to the victims of cross-border terrorism, Zahoor Mistry, one of the key hijackers of the infamous Indian Airlines flight IC-814 on December 24, 1999, was reportedly killed by two “unknown bike-borne assailants” in Karachi’s Akhtar Colony on March 1, 2022. Mistry was a perpetrator of an act that held innocent Indian lives hostage and ultimately led to the release of dreaded terrorists, including Masood Azhar.
Hizbul ‘Launching Chief’ Bashir Ahmad Peer eliminated by “unknown gunmen” in Rawalpindi
In a significant blow to the terror infrastructure operating against India, Bashir Ahmad Peer, one of India’s most wanted designated terrorists and the “launching chief” of the Hizbul Mujahideen in Pakistan, was reportedly killed by “unknown gunmen” outside a shop in Rawalpindi on February 20, 2022. Peer, who was officially designated a terrorist by the Government of India in October 2021, was directly responsible for orchestrating the infiltration of numerous terrorists and providing crucial logistical support for their operations into Jammu and Kashmir.
These 32 eliminations, spanning regions from Pakistan and Nepal to Canada, underscore a powerful message: those who wage war against India and orchestrate terror from foreign soil are no longer beyond the reach of justice. Whether through covert operations, shifting geopolitical tides, or internal reckonings, a new deterrent seems to be taking root — one where perpetrators of mass violence face consequences, no matter where they hide. As this quiet but decisive campaign continues, it signals the closing of long-standing safe havens and a turning point in the global fight against terrorism.
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