What is the background on Indian disinformation campaigns in the South Asian region?

The text in question asks about the background of Indian disinformation campaigns in the South Asian region. According to a detailed investigation by EU DisinfoLab, a vast 15-year disinformation campaign, dubbed 'Indian Chronicles,' was uncovered, which aimed to serve Indian interests by discrediting Pakistan and influencing international institutions like the UN Human Rights Council and the European Parliament. This operation involved resurrecting defunct organizations and even deceased individuals to create a network of at least 750 fake media outlets across 119 countries. The campaign was primarily designed to malign Pakistan and amplify pro-India content, often through the Indian news agency Asian News International (ANI). While there is no direct evidence linking the Indian government to this network, the sophistication and scale of the operation suggest significant coordination. The Srivastava Group, an Indian holding company, was identified as a central player in this network. The findings highlight the use of fake NGOs, think tanks, and media outlets to manipulate narratives and influence policymakers. This extensive disinformation effort underscores the need for robust frameworks to counter such activities and protect the integrity of international institutions BBC, EU DisinfoLab.