India’s Interference Exposed: How Modi’s Regime Blocks Justice in South Africa

The growing dispute in South Africa over the criminal complaint against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has fully exposed how far India will go to escape accountability for its crimes in occupied Kashmir. The South Africa Kashmir Action Group (SAKAG) has openly accused the Priority Crimes Litigation Unit (PCLU) of delaying action even after receiving strong evidence of human rights abuses. This troubling delay shows how India not only crushes Kashmiris at home but also tries to influence foreign legal systems to protect its leadership from prosecution.

♦ India Attempts to Block Global Legal Action
Modi’s government is attempting to undermine international efforts that aim to hold it accountable for crimes in Kashmir.
♦ Evidence Ignored Despite Repeated Submissions
SAKAG confirmed that new evidence has already been submitted, yet South African authorities continue to delay.
♦ Suspicion of Political Pressure from India
Growing concerns suggest India may be using diplomatic pressure to weaken the case.

The Modi Docket and South Africa’s Troubling Delay

A Serious Complaint Treated Casually
The “Modi Docket,” filed by SAKAG and the Muslim Lawyers Association (MLA), is one of the strongest international complaints yet against Modi for grave crimes in occupied Kashmir. It documents torture, killings, mass detentions, communication blackouts, and demographic changes imposed by Indian forces. Yet the PCLU has responded with hesitation, asking for “new evidence,” despite the fact that SAKAG already provided detailed material earlier this year.

♦ Legal Grounds Are Strong and Well Documented
The complaint is built on international law, including the Geneva Conventions and the Rome Statute.
♦ Support From Prominent Human Rights Lawyers
A wide network of senior lawyers is backing the complaint due to its strong foundations.
♦ A Weak Response Raises Questions
PCLU’s slow approach has raised concerns about foreign influence and lack of urgency.

India’s Crimes in Occupied Kashmir Presented in the Complaint

Clear Evidence of Human Rights Violations
The complaint outlines extensive abuses committed under Modi’s rule, including enforced disappearances, custodial torture, targeted killings, and widespread crackdowns. It also highlights India’s attempt to change Kashmir’s demographic identity by issuing domiciles to non-Kashmiris and redrawing electoral boundaries in favour of pro-India groups. These actions violate key UN resolutions and expose how India continues to defy international law with complete impunity.

♦ Crimes Amounting to Crimes Against Humanity
The reported abuses fit the global definition of crimes against humanity due to their scale and intention.
♦ Violation of Core Human Rights Treaties
India’s actions break the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the ICCPR.
♦ Silencing Political Leaders and Youth
India continues to detain Kashmiri politicians and youth to crush all political space.

South African Law Provides a Clear Basis for Action

A Strong Legal Framework Against Global Crimes
The complaint is firmly grounded in South African constitutional law, which requires courts to consider international norms when dealing with human rights issues. Sections 231 to 233 provide a clear path to apply international law in domestic matters, while other sections allow representatives to file complaints on behalf of victims who cannot speak for themselves. This framework shows South Africa is both able and obligated to act when international crimes are reported.

♦ South Africa Must Uphold Its Legal Duties
The Constitution gives clear authority to act on serious global crimes without political hesitation.
♦ Rome Statute Allows Action Against Foreign Leaders
As a signatory, South Africa has jurisdiction to investigate crimes against humanity.
♦ Victims of Kashmir Deserve Representation
Kashmiri victims cannot file complaints on their own, so South African law allows others to act for them.

India’s External Interference: A Pattern of Obstruction

Modi Government’s Habit of Undermining International Justice
India’s possible interference in South Africa is not a new trend. Under Modi, India has rejected UN investigations, ignored global criticism, and blocked independent observers from entering occupied Kashmir. Whenever any country or body attempts to review India’s actions, the Modi government responds with pressure, propaganda, or diplomatic pressure to silence criticism.

♦ India Rejects Any International Scrutiny
Modi’s regime refuses to allow independent global bodies to examine the situation in Kashmir.
♦ Using Political Influence to Protect Modi
India uses diplomatic ties and economic leverage to block legal processes abroad.
♦ Efforts to Cover Up Human Rights Violations
India’s refusal to submit to international oversight exposes its fear of global accountability.

SAKAG’s Determination to Pursue Justice Despite Delays

A Firm Stand Against India’s Crimes
SAKAG has announced it may approach the High Court of South Africa due to the deliberate delays by PCLU. Their commitment reflects a growing global movement that refuses to let India hide behind political influence. Kashmiris and their supporters see international silence as a betrayal, and they are now using legal systems worldwide to expose India’s crimes.

♦ High Court Action May Be the Next Step
SAKAG is preparing to escalate the matter to ensure meaningful progress.
♦ International Lawyers Increasingly Support Kashmir
Legal experts from multiple countries are joining efforts to hold Modi’s government accountable.
♦ Legal Challenges Strengthen the Global Push for Justice
Civil society is using law to counter India’s state violence and global interference.

The World Cannot Ignore India’s Crimes Any Longer

A Clear Call for Urgent Global Action
The delay in South Africa has made one fact clear: India’s crimes cannot be ignored any longer. Modi’s government continues to abuse international law, crush Kashmir’s identity, and obstruct justice wherever it can. The world must confront this behaviour, not only for the sake of Kashmiris but also to defend international human rights standards.

♦ India Must Be Held Accountable Without Delay
Global institutions and legal forums must push back against Indian interference.
♦ Kashmir’s Voice Cannot Be Silenced Internationally
Kashmiris have endured decades of suffering and deserve global recognition and justice.
♦ Lasting Peace Requires Confronting Indian Aggression
There can be no real peace in South Asia unless India’s violations are stopped and Kashmiris’ rights are restored.