Archive · 13 Aug 2025
J&K Security Faces 'Bedroom Jihadis' Online Disinformation
In Jammu and Kashmir, people are using social media to spread false information and cause trouble.
These people, called "bedroom jihadis," work online to create unrest and cause conflict.
They're believed to be connected to groups in Pakistan and want to destabilize the area.
After a period of fewer issues, this online activity has started again.
The authorities are trying to stop them.
Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir face a threat from "bedroom jihadis".
These individuals use social media to spread misinformation and incite discord.
The trend began in 2017, resurfacing after assembly elections.
Investigations link online activities to handlers in Pakistan.
Authorities are working to counter the online campaign.
- Who
- "Bedroom jihadis" and handlers in Pakistan are spreading propaganda.
- What
- Security agencies are dealing with "bedroom jihadis" who spread misinformation online.
- When
- The trend emerged in 2017, resurfacing after recent assembly elections.
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir, with online activity originating from Pakistan.
- Why
- To destabilize the region and incite communal discord.
Security Agencies' Perspective
Unknown
Threat Perception
Security Agencies' Perspective
Security agencies view the online activities as a threat.
Unknown
The article does not reflect the opposition view.
- Term
- "Bedroom Jihadis"
- Location
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Origin
- Pakistan
- Objective
- Destabilization, Incitement
- Method
- Social Media, Fake News
- First Emergence
- 2017
- Involved Groups
- Terror groups, Sympathizers
