Fact Check: Viral Video of MLRS Attack is from a Video Game, Not a Real Pakistani Strike on India
Introduction
Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, disinformation and propaganda are often used to stir panic, manipulate public sentiment, and falsely portray military escalation. A recent viral video making rounds on social media claims to show a large-scale Pakistani rocket attack on India using MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket Systems).
However, the PIB Fact Check unit has confirmed that this video is completely fake—it is not real footage but rather a clip from a video game, misrepresented to fuel propaganda.
The Viral Claim
The video, which depicts a dramatic rocket barrage, was widely shared with captions implying:
“Pakistan launches heavy MLRS attack on Indian positions near the border.”
This visual, combined with sensational messaging, led to concern among viewers who mistook it for actual military footage.
🚨 Pakistan Propaganda Alert!
— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 9, 2025
A video showing a heavy MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket Systems) barrage is being falsely shared as a real Pakistani attack on India.#PIBFactCheck
✅ The video is from a video game and has been online for over 3 years.
✅ It has no connection to… pic.twitter.com/VXAE93YfXs
PIB Fact Check Clarification
Responding to this false narrative, @PIBFactCheck posted:
🚨 Pakistan Propaganda Alert!
A video showing a heavy MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket Systems) barrage is being falsely shared as a real Pakistani attack on India.
✅ The video is from a video game and has been online for over 3 years.
✅ It has no connection to the current India–Pakistan situation.🔗 Originally posted here: YouTube Video Link
📢 Stay alert. Verify before sharing!
#IndiaFightsPropaganda
The Truth: It’s Just a Game
The video in question has been publicly available on YouTube for over three years, originating from a military simulation video game. These games often simulate real combat scenarios, but they are entirely fictional. The video has no links to any real-life conflict or military activity between India and Pakistan.
Why It Matters
Sharing such false visuals can lead to:
- Unwarranted panic and anxiety among the public.
- Increased tensions between nations during sensitive times.
- Spread of misinformation that discredits legitimate news and defense sources.
What You Should Do
✅ Verify Before You Share
- Don’t trust dramatic videos without context or source verification.
- Use reverse video searches or check official fact-check sources.
✅ Trust Official Sources Only
- Follow @PIBFactCheck and pib.gov.in for verified information.
✅ Report Misinformation
- If you come across such misleading content, report it to:
📧 factcheck@pib.gov.in
📱 WhatsApp: +91-8799711259
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Conclusion
The viral video claiming to show a Pakistani MLRS attack on India is fake. It is sourced from a video game and has been online for years, unrelated to any current events.
Stay informed. Don’t amplify false narratives. Share responsibly and trust only credible, verified information sources.
