Terrorist Masood Azhar May Receive Rs 14 Crore in Pakistan Govt Compensation After Operation Sindoor Strikes

UN-designated terrorist Masood Azhar may receive Rs 14 crore as compensation from the Pakistan government after 14 of his family members were killed in Indian airstrikes during Operation Sindoor.

Masood Azhar compensation: In a development that has stirred widespread outrage and raised serious security concerns, Pakistan’s government may end up compensating Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar with Rs 14 crore, following the deaths of 14 of his family members in Indian airstrikes carried out under Operation Sindoor.

The revelation has sparked global attention and criticism, especially considering Masood Azhar’s status as a UN-designated terrorist responsible for multiple terror attacks on Indian soil.

PM Shehbaz Sharif’s Relief Announcement Triggers Uproar

According to a press release from the Pakistan Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has pledged a compensation of Rs 1 crore per deceased to the legal heirs of those killed in the recent strikes.

Sources reveal that the deceased family members included Azhar’s elder sister and her husband, a nephew and his wife, a niece, and five children, among others. With Masood Azhar potentially being the sole surviving legal heir, he could be eligible for the entire Rs 14 crore payout.

Adding fuel to the fire, the PMO statement also mentioned Pakistan’s commitment to rebuild the homes destroyed during the Indian strikes — a move India is expected to watch closely for possible misuse.

Operation Sindoor: India Targets JeM’s Nerve Center

The Indian Air Force strike on May 7, codenamed Operation Sindoor, targeted key terror camps in Bahawalpur, a city in Punjab province of Pakistan. Bahawalpur is not only Pakistan’s 12th-largest city but also the operational headquarters of JeM, located at Jamia Masjid Subhan Allah, also known as the Usman-o-Ali campus.

Indian defence officials have reiterated that the operation involved precision-guided airstrikes aimed exclusively at terror infrastructure, with no civilian zones affected.

Global and Domestic Reactions: A Dangerous Precedent?

The possibility of state-sponsored compensation to a globally wanted terrorist has drawn serious criticism from international observers and security experts.

“This sets a dangerous precedent. Rewarding a terrorist with taxpayer money in the name of compensation not only emboldens terror outfits but also undermines global counter-terror efforts,” said a senior Indian intelligence official on condition of anonymity.

Human rights groups have also expressed concern, stating that Pakistan’s gesture indirectly legitimizes the presence of terror families and infrastructure within civilian settings.

Will Rebuilt Structures Be Used for Terror Again?

India has raised alarm over Pakistan’s plan to rebuild the damaged properties, emphasizing the risk that these structures could once again become hubs for terrorist training and recruitment.

Security experts urge international watchdogs to monitor the reconstruction efforts and ensure that terrorist activities are not allowed to resume under the guise of civilian rehabilitation.

Compensating Terror?

While nations are obligated to support their citizens in times of crisis, compensating a notorious terrorist like Masood Azhar not only damages Pakistan’s credibility on the global stage but also raises uncomfortable questions about its commitment to fight terrorism.

As India remains on high alert and global eyes watch closely, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the blurred lines between governance and extremism in volatile regions.