PIB Fact Check: No, 70% of India’s Power Grid Has NOT Been Disabled by a Cyber Attack
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PIB Fact Check: No, 70% of India’s Power Grid Has NOT Been Disabled by a Cyber Attack

Introduction

As digital misinformation continues to spread during heightened geopolitical tensions, a viral fake claim has emerged on social media alleging that 70% of India’s electricity grid was rendered dysfunctional by a Pakistani cyber attack. The Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check unit (PIB Fact Check) has officially debunked this alarming claim.

The Viral Claim: “70% of India’s Electricity Grid Down Due to Cyber Attack”

The posts being circulated say:

“Massive cyber attack from Pakistan disables 70% of India’s power grid. Major blackout reported in multiple states.”

These claims, often paired with generic images of power outages or maps, aim to create panic and distrust among the public.

PIB Fact Check: The Truth Behind the Claim

PIB Fact Check promptly responded with a public clarification:

🚨 Attention: False Claim Circulating Online!

Social media posts are asserting that a cyber attack by #Pakistan has caused 70% of India’s electricity grid to become dysfunctional.

#PIBFactCheck

❌ This claim is #FAKE

#IndiaFightsPropaganda

The Reality: India’s Power Grid is Fully Functional

  • The Ministry of Power and central grid monitoring agencies have not reported any such disruption.
  • There is no evidence of cyber intrusion or system-wide failure.
  • India’s grid infrastructure is secured with multi-layered cyber and operational safeguards.

Why This Misinformation Matters

🔴 National Panic:

Fake reports about the power grid can create fear, confusion, and even public unrest.

🔴 Undermines Trust in Infrastructure:

Misinformation chips away at public confidence in national systems.

🔴 Strategic Exploitation:

Adversarial narratives can use such fake claims to undermine morale and sow discord.

Cybersecurity and India’s Grid: An Overview

India’s electricity grid is one of the most complex and secure systems in the world, with redundancy, segmentation, and active real-time monitoring. The National Load Dispatch Centre (NLDC) constantly ensures stability and resilience.

What Should You Do?

✅ Rely on Verified Sources:

✅ Report Fake Claims:

✅ Educate Others:

Urge friends and family to verify before forwarding any sensational posts.

Explore more fake news:

Conclusion

The viral claim that a cyber attack from Pakistan disabled 70% of India’s power grid is completely false. PIB Fact Check and government agencies have confirmed that no such incident has occurred. As responsible digital citizens, we must stay alert, fight misinformation, and protect India’s social harmony and infrastructure trust.

Harshvardhan Mishra

Harshvardhan Mishra is a tech expert with a B.Tech in IT and a PG Diploma in IoT from CDAC. With 6+ years of Industrial experience, he runs HVM Smart Solutions, offering IT, IoT, and financial services. A passionate UPSC aspirant and researcher, he has deep knowledge of finance, economics, geopolitics, history, and Indian culture. With 11+ years of blogging experience, he creates insightful content on BharatArticles.com, blending tech, history, and culture to inform and empower readers.

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