Overview

• Pakistan launched a digital disinformation campaign after Operation Sindoor, spreading false claims of military victories and fabricated incidents.
• India’s Fact Check Unit (FCU) debunked over 50 false claims, including fabricated reports of captured pilots and destroyed military assets.
• The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting set up a specialised ‘war room’ to coordinate real-time responses to misinformation.
• Public awareness campaigns and digital vigilance have been key to countering false narratives and promoting media literacy among Indian citizens.
• Despite a US-brokered ceasefire taking effect, India remains vigilant as digital skirmishes and disinformation efforts continue.