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Jammu: In a controversial move that has sparked widespread concern, the Indian Army is reportedly training members of the Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in the Jammu district of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir. This initiative, framed as a countermeasure against anti-India and pro-freedom activities, has stirred fears of potential civilian targeting.
According to a statement by Kashmir Media Service, the VDGs, consisting of Hindu fanatics, are receiving intense week-long training from the Indian Army’s Chenab Brigade. The sessions, held in multiple border villages, include instruction in military tactics, raids, ambushes, and firing skills.
The initiative has been met with apprehension from human rights organizations and local residents, due to the VDGs’ controversial legacy. Previously known as Village Defence Committees (VDCs), these groups have been implicated in violent acts against Muslim civilians, functioning as oppressive forces.
Critics have voiced concerns that the current training and arming of VDG members could reignite past abuses. Skeptics highlight the lack of oversight and accountability in the program, warning that it could escalate violence and serve India’s strategic interests under the pretext of maintaining security.
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