PIB Debunks Videos of Gujarat Port Fire and Jalandhar Drone Strike in Pakistan’s Disinformation Campaign

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has debunked several videos spread by Pakistan as part of a disinformation campaign. The videos claimed that there had been a fire at a port in Gujarat and a drone strike in Jalandhar. However, the PIB has confirmed that these claims are false and clarified the situation with accurate information.

The PIB explained that the video showing a fire at a Gujarat port was misused by some social media accounts to spread false information. The footage, which had originally been from a minor incident in 2020, was recycled and presented as a recent event. The PIB quickly released a statement, saying the video was old and the fire was not related to any current events.

Similarly, the PIB also addressed videos that falsely claimed a drone strike had taken place in Jalandhar, Punjab. The videos suggested that an attack had occurred, but the PIB assured the public that there had been no such incident. Officials from the Indian Army and local authorities confirmed that the video was completely fabricated and had no connection to any real event.

The PIB’s response aimed to counter the spread of misleading information and prevent panic. It urged people to rely on trusted news sources and official government statements. “These videos are part of a broader campaign to spread disinformation, and we advise the public not to believe or share them,” the PIB said.

The Indian government has been actively working to counter misinformation, especially when it relates to national security or public safety. Officials are concerned that false reports, like those from Pakistan, could create confusion, spark fear, or even disrupt peace in sensitive areas.

This disinformation campaign is not the first time Pakistan has been accused of spreading fake news. Both countries have a long history of tensions, and information warfare has been used as a tool in their ongoing rivalry.

The PIB’s efforts to debunk these claims reflect India’s commitment to providing accurate and timely information to its citizens. The government continues to monitor social media and other platforms to ensure that false narratives do not affect public order or national security.